resist

[ri-zist] / rɪˈzɪst /

VERB

withstand, oppose

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abide combat confront continue curb defy endure forgo maintain prevent refuse repel thwart turn down

STRONG

antagonize assail assault battle bear brook buck check contend counteract countervail dispute duel forbear hinder hold persevere persist refrain remain stay stonewall suffer traverse weather

WEAK

abstain from die hard fight back hold off hold out against keep from leave alone put up a fight remain firm stand up to struggle against

Antonyms

STRONGEST

OK accept aid allow assist discontinue encourage help stop surrender

STRONG

abandon advance agree cease desert give in give up go indulge leave permit quit refuse reject

WEAK

comply conform go along

Example Sentences

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Police said Mazzarella was with his wife and two children at the time of his arrest, and did not resist arrest.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

But I try to resist the pressure because I think it’s the right way to tell the story.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Despite the earlier “insult” to his character, Cooke couldn’t resist another opportunity to help his country—and make another fortune.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

Since foams are widely used in products ranging from cleaning solutions to pharmaceuticals, understanding how they behave is essential for improving their performance, such as creating foams that resist drainage.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

Nok kept her head bowed, but she couldn't resist popping one eyelid open.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat

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