Synonyms of withstanding

withstanding

verb

present participle of withstand

as in resisting

to refuse to give in to

trying to withstand the temptation to use the beautiful weather as an excuse to take a mental health day

Synonyms & Similar Words

• resisting
• opposing
• fighting
• repelling
• defying
• bucking
• combating
• thwarting
• contesting
• battling
• countering
• challenging
• stemming
• contradicting
• contending (with)
• hindering
• obstructing
• disputing
• checking
• frustrating
• balking
• foiling
• baffling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• yielding (to)
• submitting (to)
• bowing (to)
• succumbing (to)
• surrendering (to)
• giving in (to)
• stooping (to)
• capitulating (to)
• knuckling under (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of withstanding

The dismissals varied but building a middle order capable of withstanding a spin barrage in helpful conditions is fundamental to England’s ambitions overseas. — Ben Jones, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Consider that a durable laptop capable of withstanding an accidental drop might be worth extra money. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026

Holding a plaza for more than a month, withstanding a police crackdown and bringing senior ministers to neutral ground requires people. — Penny Abeywardena, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Sandwiching these is a silicon carbide layer, which acts as a high-strength pressure vessel capable of withstanding extreme internal pressures and temperatures exceeding 1,600°C without degrading. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026

The Swiss defense held its own, withstanding many Argentina chances and eventually taking the reigning champions to extra time. — Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 11 July 2026

Natividad's great-great-great grandfather adapted and so did his descendants ‒ withstanding every new attempt to erase their language, culture or traditions. — Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 28 June 2026

Hanging Lake Trail in Glenwood Canyon CBS The project, led by a partnership of federal, state and local organizations, was designed to create a trail capable of withstanding future disasters while preserving the experience that has made Hanging Lake one of Colorado's most popular destinations. — Spencer Wilson, CBS News, 19 June 2026

Ten of those segments are capable of withstanding approximately 10 newtons of force. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 9 June 2026