Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

resilient

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


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The global infrastructure buildout is an opportunity to create more resilient and sustainable structures that can adapt to climate change, point out several advisors.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The Czech Republic are a pragmatic team but they are resilient too, and I can see them picking up a point.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“Wild animals are very strong, very resilient and this could have been a lot worse.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Trade appears to have remained resilient despite headwinds from the war in the Middle East, which seem to have been partly offset by rising demand for electronic components related to investment in AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

“I’m not as resilient as I used to be, Bull. I’m feeling older and I can’t take things I used to take.”

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




Vocabulary lists containing resilient


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "resilient" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com