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withstand
[with-stand, with-]
verb (used with object)
to stand or hold out against; resist or oppose, especially successfully: to withstand the invaders;
to withstand rust;
to withstand the invaders;
to withstand temptation.
Synonyms: ,
verb (used without object)
to stand in opposition; resist.
withstand
/ ɪðˈæԻ /
verb
(tr) to stand up to forcefully; resist
(intr) to remain firm in endurance or opposition
Other Word Forms
- withstander noun
- withstandingness noun
- unwithstanding adjective
- unwithstood adjective
- ɾٳˈٲԻ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of withstand1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
"We are also working on climate-resilient apple genotypes that can withstand the existing climate," he says.
In the days ahead, we'll see if that withstands closer scrutiny.
She will have to be at her best defensively to withstand Sabalenka's power and try to draw her into longer rallies.
But Shakespeare’s drama can withstand even the most brazen attack.
Even a newly-built underground metro station could not withstand the heavy downpour as photos and videos of the station flooded with muddy water went viral.
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