Resisted: meaning, definitions and examples

to oppose

To resist means to withstand, strive against, or oppose something or someone. This can refer to physical force, like resisting pressure or force, or to more abstract concepts, such as resisting temptation or social pressures. It implies an active effort to not yield to a force or influence. Resisting can occur on a personal level, like resisting change in one's life, or on a broader scale, such as resisting authority or systemic oppression.

counter, defy, fight, oppose, withstand.

Examples of usage

• She resisted the urge to shout.

• The soldiers resisted the enemy's advance.

• He always tried to resist unhealthy foods.

• They resisted the new law's implementation.

• The community resisted the proposed changes.