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adjective

Definition of resistantnext
1
as in resisting
opposed to something or refusing to agree or obey The toddler was resistant to trying vegetables. His parents were set in their ways and resistant to the changes brought about by technology.

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as in persistent
having or showing determination to do or continue something The resistant athletes did not give up even when they were losing the game. He was quite resistant, able to bounce back after even large setbacks in his career.

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noun

as in challenger

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Recent Examples of resistant
Adjective
This short-sleeve tee is wrinkle-resistant and has a crew neckline. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026 Coneflowers attract pollinators, such as birds, bees, and butterflies, but are relatively deer-resistant. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 July 2026 Devin Druid stars as NCIS Tech Specialist Sean Sullivan, who is witty and brilliant but resistant to authority. — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 7 July 2026 Europe is fearful of the future and relatively resistant to the ongoing global reordering, but the Global South is more hopeful about the future and more open to structural global change. — Galip Dalay, Time, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for resistant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for resistant
  1. resisting
  2. persistent
  3. challenger
  4. opposing
  5. stubborn
  6. resister
  7. reluctant
  8. positive
Adjective
  • There’s likely to be grasping, resisting, skillful and futile efforts to swim and worry about what’s up ahead.
    — Ginny Whitelaw, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of resisting
Adjective
  • In his inital letter, Lehmkuhl agreed that there is an urgent need to clear debris and address the persistent odor of millions of pounds of rotting food at the site.
    — Jasmine Mendez Follow, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
  • Though effective medication exists, the issue is persistent in areas with a lack of easy access to testing, treatment and clean water so people don't rely on local bodies of water for drinking and bathing.
    — William McCarthy, NPR, 4 July 2026
Definition of persistent
Noun
  • This same poll showed Hochul, a Democrat, leading her Republican challenger, Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, by a margin of 20 percentage points – a promising sign for her reelection campaign.
    — Paxton Honerkamp, CNBC, 14 July 2026
  • In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, several would-be Collins' challengers descended upon the scene — and her office — to speak out.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026
Definition of challenger
Adjective
  • His opposing counsel called the meandering show a calculated performance.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
  • Ajayi can be utilized as a switcher on defense, taking on roles such as guarding the ball handler or the opposing big.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
Definition of opposing
Adjective
  • For lipedema, Power Plate points to research suggesting whole-body vibration boosts lymphatic flow, which may liquefy and drain stubborn lymph fluid, relieve swelling and ease chronic pain.
    — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
  • The grower will plant again next season, because that is what Israelis do, and the hope in that is stubborn.
    — Frayda Leibtag, Time, 13 July 2026
Definition of stubborn
Noun
  • In November 1971, Berkeley, California, became the first sanctuary city in the country when 12 local churches inspired the City Council to pass a resolution offering sanctuary to draft resisters.
    — Menika Dirkson, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2026
  • Clemson resister Dabo Swinney has driven his program into the ground.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
Definition of resister
Adjective
  • In a near-future where the elderly are physically reset into children to remain economically useful, a young woman becomes the reluctant caretaker of her newly reset mother.
    — John Hopewell, Variety, 14 July 2026
  • Millions of homeowners who secured ultra-low mortgage rates before the Federal Reserve began raising interest rates in 2022 are reluctant to sell because doing so would likely mean taking on a much more expensive mortgage.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Definition of reluctant
Adjective
  • According to Amber Rich, communications director for SIEU Local 1000, a transportation lab facility tested positive for airborne asbestos in 2026.
    — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
  • Investing in our students and young professionals keeps homegrown talent in our state, creating positive educational and career outcomes, and driving our local economy.
    — Sivan Hines, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
Definition of positive

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