Resistance

noun
/rɪˈzɪstəns/

Meaning

the refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument; the ability not to be affected by something
the act of opposing or fighting against something
The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

Example Sentences

The bacteria showed resistance to the antibiotic treatment.

The community showed resistance against the new policy.

The resistance fought bravely against colonial forces.

Synonyms

opposition, defiance, immunity, endurance, resistance, rebellion, revolt
Entry 1
opposition, defiance, immunity, endurance
Entry 2
opposition, defiance, resistance, rebellion
Entry 3
opposition, defiance, revolt, rebellion

Antonyms

acceptance, compliance, submission, vulnerability, surrender
Entry 1
acceptance, compliance, submission, vulnerability
Entry 2
compliance, acceptance, submission
Entry 3
submission, compliance, surrender, acceptance

Collocations

drug resistance, passive resistance, resistance movement, offer resistance, show resistance, face resistance
Entry 1
drug resistance, passive resistance, resistance movement, offer resistance
Entry 2
show resistance, face resistance, resistance movement

More Example Sentences

The rise of antibiotic resistance is considered a silent pandemic.

The biggest challenge was the resistance to change from some team members.

Related Vocabularies

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The destruction or disappearance of natural environments where organisms live.
A large group of people or things of a particular kind.
Time long past; bygone days.

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