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
Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 May 2025
In response to Gros Michel’s collapse, the industry pivoted to the Cavendish subgroup, which proved naturally resistant to Tropical Race 1.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
The stain resistant, moisture-repellant, washable upholstery is another plus.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2025
Barbara Corcoran said McCall was too resistant and close-minded to be a good partner.
—Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Adjective
These small, yellow tomatoes are resistant to some diseases and grow well in hanging baskets (try them on your front porch!).
—Heather Bien, Southern Living, 10 May 2025
In response to Gros Michel’s collapse, the industry pivoted to the Cavendish subgroup, which proved naturally resistant to Tropical Race 1.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025
The stain resistant, moisture-repellant, washable upholstery is another plus.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 6 May 2025
Barbara Corcoran said McCall was too resistant and close-minded to be a good partner.
—Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resistant
Adjective
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Yet some of the most pervasive threats for LGBTQ+ performers don’t come in-person — they’re instead issued online, via social media accounts mounting hate campaigns that result in persistent threats of violence and death.—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
12 June 2025
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Still, empowering women athletes to reach their full potential depends on closing persistent gaps in pay, media coverage and funding.—
Liz Elting,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Their relationship can be difficult as AM is stubborn and likes to have her way always.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Rick McConnell said that this sounds like his mom, who is stubborn.—
Bella Waters,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 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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Jobless claims — a proxy for layoffs — still remain low by historical standards, suggesting that employers are reluctant to cut staff despite uncertainty over Trump’s policies.—
Paul Wiseman,
Los Angeles Times,
6 June 2025
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Elsewhere in the country, too, state agencies and providers that rely on SAMHSA funding and technical support are feeling isolated, lost and reluctant to reach out to the federal staff left at the agency, says Dr. Eric Rafla-Yuan, a psychiatrist in San Diego, Calif.—
Rhitu Chatterjee,
NPR,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Apart from some injury disruptions, the loan spell felt like a positive one.—
Caoimhe O'Neill,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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The catalysts of positive social change will be those who master hybrid intelligence—HI—the dynamic interplay between natural intelligence – NI – and artificial intelligence – AI.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Businesses that have invested years in tailoring their systems may be hesitant to risk functionality loss or reintegrate complex tools.—
Eric Giesecke,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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Kwame was hesitant to take the plunge for several reasons, the most prominent being his mother's refusal to attend the wedding.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Coupling calmness with resolute silence can be masterful.—
John Baldoni,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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But as the match progressed, Djokovic – who turned 38 on Thursday – showed the kind of resolute determination which appeared to have deserted him of late, breaking Hurkacz four times in a tiebreak after each player had held serve throughout the second set.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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Iran has also for years militarily and financially supported regional militia groups, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, Houthi rebels in Yemen and Hamas in Gaza, that have pressured or attacked Israel on multiple fronts.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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Worried about Michilimackinac’s vulnerability to attacks by American rebels, the British relocated the fort to the high bluffs of Mackinac Island in 1780 and shortened its name.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
9 June 2025
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“Resistant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resistant. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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