resistant

UK/rɪ'zɪstənt/US/ri'zistәnt/

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Definitions

adj.

Able to withstand or not be harmed by something

有抵抗力的，耐……的

adj.

Opposing or unwilling to accept something

抗拒的，反对的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived

re-again, back

siststand, set, place

-antperforming, being in a state

=resistant

Adjective of resist: re- (back, against) + sist (stand) = 'standing against.' Something resistant stands firm against a force — water-resistant fabric stands against water; a person resistant to change stands against new ideas.

Root st still carries 376 more words

Common Collocations

1.resistant to对……抗拒/耐受
2.drug-resistant耐药的
3.heat-resistant耐热的
4.water-resistant防水的

Example Sentences

1.
This material is highly resistant to heat.
2.
Many managers are resistant to new technology.

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