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What is the meaning of resilire, the Latin root of the word resilient?

resilient

[ri-zil-yuhnt, -zil-ee-uhnt] / rɪˈzɪl jənt, -ˈzɪl i ənt /


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The primary culprit, this time around, was a punishing bond selloff powered by rising oil prices, ballooning deficits and resilient economic growth.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Furthermore, the U.S. economy has remained far more resilient than many expected, in no small part because of the artificial-intelligence spending boom that’s also pushing up the cost of capital.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

"We have a diverse and resilient supply. We continue to engage with our international partners and the UK fuel industry," a government spokesperson said.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

With no need to generate shareholder profits, fund marketing or pay high executive salaries, she contends the plan could better invest in fire prevention and make buildings and property more fire resilient.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

And because it is really a child, it is more resilient.

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov




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