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resistant

rɪ'zɪstʌnt

Synonyms of resistant Antonyms of resistant Examples of resistant Usage of resistant Parts of resistant Definition that contains resistant Words sounding like resistant Explanation of resistant

adjective
disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority
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insubordinate resistive noncompliant defiant
adjective
relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)
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immune insusceptible unsusceptible
adjective
able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress
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"the new hybrid is more resistant to drought"

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tolerant tolerable
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incapable of absorbing or mixing with
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"plastic highly resistant to steam and water"

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repellent nonabsorbent nonabsorptive
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impervious to being affected
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"resistant to the effects of heat" "resistant to persuasion"

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imperviable impervious

Synonyms & Similar Words

resist resistance immune tolerant repellent defiant tolerable impervious insubordinate noncompliant resistive insusceptible unsusceptible nonabsorbent nonabsorptive imperviable