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    resistant

    resistant - Dictionary definition and meaning for word resistant

    Definition
    (adj) relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)
    Synonyms : immune
    Definition
    (adj) able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress
    Synonyms : tolerant
    Example Sentence
    • the plant is tolerant of saltwater
    • these fish are quite tolerant as long as extremes of pH are avoided
    • the new hybrid is more resistant to drought
    Definition
    (adj) impervious to being affected
    Example Sentence
    • resistant to the effects of heat
    • resistant to persuasion
    Definition
    (adj) disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority
    Synonyms : insubordinate , resistive
    Definition
    (adj) incapable of absorbing or mixing with
    Synonyms : repellent
    Example Sentence
    • a water-repellent fabric
    • plastic highly resistant to steam and water

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