resistant

[ ri-zis-tuhnt ]

adjective

1. exhibiting or offering resistance; resisting (often used in combination):

   stain-resistant;

   resistant to change.

noun

1. a person or thing that resists.

Other Words From

• re·sistant·ly adverb
• anti·re·sistant adjective noun
• anti·re·sistant·ly adverb
• unre·sistant adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of resistant¹

1590–1600; < Middle French resistant, present participle of resister to resist; -ant

Example Sentences

The prime minister has been resistant, arguing now is not the time.

From BBC

“We know that many in our communities are resistant to vote for Kamala Harris because of the Biden administration’s complicity in the genocide,” the letter says.

From Salon

A great base layer in winter, it is available in several colors, and bonus — it’s odor resistant.

From Los Angeles Times

Researchers have noted that highly reflective coatings for passive cooling applications need to be resistant to dirt and soiling, for example, to avoid their efficacy dropping overt time.

From BBC

Homeowners, she said, are concerned about property values and are resistant to policies they believe might adversely affect them, while tenants want to see rents decrease and have more affordable housing available.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• immune
• invulnerable