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Definition resist in British English

resist verb

verb
/rɪˈzɪst/
1

to stop yourself from doing something that you would very much like to do

Example

It's difficult to resist a challenge like that.

Example

She couldn't resist asking him about his date.

Example

He was unable to resist the temptation of taking the wallet.

Synonyms and related words
bother abstain neglect
2

to oppose or fight against someone or something

Example

The judge resisted pressure to lengthen the sentence.

Example

The ANC had previously resisted calls for such a meeting.

Example

One protester was injured while resisting arrest.

Example

Antibodies help us resist infection.

Synonyms and related words
oppose go against have/have got against
3

to not be affected or harmed by something

Example

The shelters are designed to resist heat and toxic fumes.

Synonyms and related words
maintain withstand stabilize
Definition resist in British English