resist
Meaning: To withstand or fight against something; to refuse to accept or comply with
Resist means to oppose or fight against something, whether it's an attack, temptation, or change. 'Can't resist' implies being unable to stop yourself from doing something enjoyable. Materials that 'resist' damage or corrosion can withstand them. 'Resistance' is the noun form, used in contexts from physics (electrical resistance) to politics (resistance movements).
Examples
- I couldn't resist having another piece of cake. 我忍不住又吃了一块蛋糕。No pude resistir comer otro trozo de pastel.もう一切れケーキを食べるのを我慢できませんでした。케이크를 한 조각 더 먹는 것을 참을 수 없었습니다.
- The protesters resisted arrest. 抗议者拒捕。Los manifestantes resistieron el arresto.抗議者たちは逮捕に抵抗しました。시위자들은 체포에 저항했습니다.
- This material resists water and stains. 这种材料防水防污。Este material resiste el agua y las manchas.この素材は水や汚れに強いです。이 소재는 물과 얼룩에 강합니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'resister', from Latin 'resistere' meaning 'to stand against, withstand', from 're-' (against) + 'sistere' (to take a stand, stand firm). Related to 'persist', 'insist', 'consist', and 'assist'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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