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unresistant

 

[ˌənrɪˈzɪstənt ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

medical

Not offering resistance to a particular disease, treatment, or situation.

Synonyms

defenseless, susceptible, vulnerable.

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Word Description / Examples
unresistant

Used when someone or something does not resist or fight back against a force, action, or influence.

  • The patient was unresistant to the new treatment
  • The trees were unresistant to the strong winds
susceptible

Used when referring to someone or something likely to be influenced, harmed, or affected by a particular thing. Can imply vulnerability to diseases, emotions, or influences.

  • Young children are more susceptible to colds and flu
  • He is susceptible to flattery and often gets manipulated
vulnerable

Often used to describe someone or something that can be easily hurt, physically or emotionally. It emphasizes openness to harm or damage.

  • The old bridge is vulnerable to heavy loads
  • She felt vulnerable after sharing her secret
defenseless

Used to describe someone or something that is unable to protect themselves; often evokes sympathy and a sense of danger or threat.

  • The small kitten was defenseless against the barking dog
  • The village was left defenseless after the soldiers retreated

Examples of usage

  • The patient was unresistant to the antibiotics prescribed by the doctor.
  • Some strains of bacteria have become unresistant to commonly used antibiotics.
Context #2 | Adjective

general

Easily yielding or giving way to something.

Synonyms

flexible, pliant, yielding.

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unresistant

Use when describing someone or something that does not oppose or resist, often implying passivity. Can be used in a negative context to describe a lack of strength or will.

  • The unresistant patient complied with all the doctor's instructions.
  • His unresistant personality made him easy to manipulate.
yielding

Use to describe something or someone that gives way under pressure or influence. Can be neutral or slightly negative, implying compliance or submission.

  • The yielding soil made it easy to dig a new garden bed.
  • Despite initial resistance, he became yielding to the new policies at work.
pliant

Use when describing someone or something that is easily bent or influenced. Can imply either physical flexibility or susceptibility to influence, with a neutral or slightly negative connotation.

  • The pliant material was perfect for mold casting.
  • She has a pliant nature, often going along with others' wishes.
flexible

Use to describe someone or something that can easily adapt to different situations or changes. It has a positive connotation, implying adaptability and versatility.

  • The flexible schedule allowed her to pursue both work and studies.
  • He is very flexible in his approach to problem-solving.

Examples of usage

  • The fabric was unresistant to water, allowing it to seep through easily.
  • The wooden door was unresistant to the force of the strong wind.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The prefix 'un-' means 'not,' while 'resistant' comes from Latin roots meaning 'to stand back' or 'withstand.'
  • In English, the concept of resistance has evolved since the 16th century, often associated with physical or emotional strength.

Science

  • In biology, certain organisms can be described as unresistant if they cannot fend off diseases or pests, making them vulnerable.
  • In pharmaceuticals, a patient's body can sometimes be unresistant to treatments, indicating a need for alternative therapies.

Health

  • Individuals who are unresistant to stress may struggle with coping mechanisms and experience mental health challenges.
  • Vaccines enhance the body's resistance to illness, showing the importance of developing resistance in health contexts.

Pop Culture

  • In various films, characters portrayed as unresistant often highlight themes of vulnerability and the human condition.
  • Song lyrics frequently explore the feelings of being unresistant in love, portraying emotional fragility and longing.

Environment

  • Unresistant materials, like certain plastics, can be negatively impacted by environmental conditions, leading to degradation.
  • The concept of unresistant species often comes into play during discussions about climate change and biodiversity loss.

Translations

Translations of the word "unresistant" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não resistente

🇮🇳 अप्रतिरोधी

🇩🇪 unbeständig

🇮🇩 tidak tahan

🇺🇦 незахищений

🇵🇱 nieresystentny

🇯🇵 耐性がない

🇫🇷 non résistant

🇪🇸 no resistente

🇹🇷 dirençsiz

🇰🇷 저항하지 않는

🇸🇦 غير مقاوم

🇨🇿 neodolný

🇸🇰 nereagujúci

🇨🇳 不耐受的

🇸🇮 neodporen

🇮🇸 óvirkandi

🇰🇿 қарсы тұра алмайтын

🇬🇪 არაწინააღმდეგო

🇦🇿 müqavimətsiz

🇲🇽 no resistente

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,678, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.