CEFR B2

resistance

noun

Meaning

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

Examples

There was considerable resistance to the proposed changes.
The dictator faced growing resistance from within his own party.

Synonyms: opposition, defiance, rebellion, obstruction

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resistance (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɪstəns/

Definition

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

Examples

There was considerable resistance to the proposed changes.
The dictator faced growing resistance from within his own party.
The soldiers encountered fierce resistance from the enemy.

How to Use resistance

resistance to (prepositional phrase): The act of opposing or refusing to accept something. — "Her resistance to change was frustrating."
in resistance (prepositional phrase): Actively opposing or fighting against something. — "They fought in resistance against the occupation."

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