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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2
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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as in challenger
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Recent Examples of resistant
Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
In about 20 percent of cases, McLaughlin said, the condition is estimated to be resistant to treatment.
—Frieda Klotz, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Sweet potatoes are a resistant starch, which the body cannot break down and use for energy.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 24 Apr. 2025
The cameras record in 1080p resolution, can stream video to a mobile app, are weather resistant and have an unusually long battery life.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
Barbara Corcoran said McCall was too resistant and close-minded to be a good partner.
—Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
In about 20 percent of cases, McLaughlin said, the condition is estimated to be resistant to treatment.
—Frieda Klotz, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Apr. 2025
Sweet potatoes are a resistant starch, which the body cannot break down and use for energy.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 24 Apr. 2025
The cameras record in 1080p resolution, can stream video to a mobile app, are weather resistant and have an unusually long battery life.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resistant
Adjective
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The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva displayed polished tannins, vibrant red fruit, and a graceful, persistent finish.—
Jessica Dupuy,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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There's a global 4B movement encouraging women to go celibate in protest against shrinking rights and persistent misogyny.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Of course, stubborn coach Tom Thibodeau went with his only play, a Jalen Brunson iso, while the starters huffed and puffed from playing nearly the entire game.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
22 May 2025
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Still, the stubborn media silence continued unabated.—
Nate Rogers,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Among the resisters is a small but growing group of veterans, like Tamir, who openly express dissent and outrage.—
Ruth Margalit,
New Yorker,
14 May 2025
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Many war resisters, or draft dodgers as they were often called by others, were not interested in returning when Mr. Carter made his amnesty offer.—
Ruth Fremson,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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While reluctant to leave his family and friends, he’s applied to faculty positions in Canada and France.—
Christina Larson,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
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There is often a stigma associated with hearing aids, which is why people are reluctant to admit to hearing problems – even to themselves.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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This is what the SAP Business Suite offers. SAP Business Data Cloud Klein and Alam also emphasized the importance of the launch of SAP Business Data Cloud in February and its positive reception from customers and partners.—
Paul Taylor,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Margaret had a very positive reaction to my suggestion that Harold Pinter would be the ideal screenwriter.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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While some organizations are understandably hesitant to abandon on-premises infrastructure entirely due to concerns over security, regulatory compliance, and data control, the reality is that maintaining an AI-ready on-premises data center often proves cost-prohibitive and operationally unfeasible.—
Ivo Ivanov,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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That prospect has left a number of moderate and vulnerable Republicans hesitant to cut a program that covers their constituents and risk facing political backlash in next year’s elections.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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Armstrong is less resolute, however, when asked how much President Trump’s election to a second term affected his sense of urgency.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
30 May 2025
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Xi’s government has portrayed itself as a resolute defender of the Chinese nation and mocked its opponent.—
Michael Schuman,
The Atlantic,
8 May 2025
Noun
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Set in a crumbling Japanese metropolis rebuilt after a devastating explosion, Akira follows teenage rebels Kaneda and Tetsuo as secret government experiments unleash psychic forces capable of unmaking the world.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
21 May 2025
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Bombs go off to separate the authorities from the rebels.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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“Resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resistant. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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