Definition of resist
intransitive verb
: to exert force in opposition
transitive verb
1 : to exert oneself so as to counteract or defeat he resisted temptation
2 : to withstand the force or effect of material that resists heat
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Examples of resist in a Sentence
He was charged with resisting arrest.
These windows can resist very high winds.
The drug will help your body resist infection.
She couldn't resist telling us what she'd heard.
He was able to resist the urge to tell her his secret.
It was hard resisting the temptation to open the box.
The offer was hard to resist.
I know I shouldn't have any more cake, but I can't resist.
Origin and Etymology of resist
Middle English, from Anglo-French or Latin; Anglo-French resister, from Latin resistere, from re- + sistere to take a stand; akin to Latin stare to stand — more at stand
Synonym Discussion of resist
resist
Definition of resist
: something (such as a coating) that protects against a chemical, electrical, or physical action
First Known Use of resist
1836
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RESIST Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of resist for English Language Learners
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: to fight against (something) : to try to stop or prevent (something)
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: to remain strong against the force or effect of (something) : to not be affected or harmed by (something)
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: to prevent yourself from doing something that you want to do
RESIST Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of resist for Students
resisted
;resisting
1 : to fight against : oppose Students resisted the war.
2 : to avoid doing or having something I can't resist bragging. Who can resist chocolate?
3 : to withstand the force or effect of These plants resist disease.
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