Resist

Spanish Meaning

resistir

resistirse

contrastar

oponerse a

oponer resistencia a

English Meaning

  1. To strive to fend off or offset the actions, effects, or force of.
  2. To remain firm against the actions, effects, or force of; withstand: a bacterium that resisted the antibiotic.
  3. To keep from giving in to or enjoying.
  4. To offer resistance. See Synonyms at oppose.
  5. A substance that can cover and protect a surface, as from corrosion.