resisting (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈzɪstɪŋ/

Definition

Opposing or fighting against something or someone.

Examples

• She was arrested for resisting arrest.

• The fabric is designed for resisting stains and wear.

• He found it difficult resisting the temptation to eat the whole cake.

How to Use resisting

resist + noun (collocation)

To oppose or fight against a specific thing. — "She is resisting the new policy."

resist + -ing form (collocation)

To avoid doing a particular action. — "He is resisting buying a new car."

resist + noun + preposition (prepositional phrase)

To oppose something in relation to a specific context. — "The material is resisting damage from impact."

Synonyms of resisting

Words with a similar meaning to resisting:

• opposing
• defying
• withstanding
• rebelling

Antonyms of resisting

Words with the opposite meaning to resisting:

• yielding
• surrendering
• complying

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