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RESIST Synonyms

There are 14 synonyms of the word resist. (exact relations)
There are 31 hypernyms of the word resist. (close relations)
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refuse
verbv
noun

• food that is discarded (as from a kitchen)

verb

• show unwillingness towards

• not accept as true

• elude, especially in a baffling way

• refuse to let have

• resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ

• refuse entrance or membership

balk
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the area on a billiard table behind the balkline

• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

• one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

• an illegal pitching motion while runners are on base

verb

• refuse to comply

baulk
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the area on a billiard table behind the balkline

• something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

• one of several parallel sloping beams that support a roof

verb

• refuse to comply

defy
verbv
verb

• resist or confront with resistance

• elude, especially in a baffling way

• challenge

dissent
verb, nounv, n
noun

• (law) the difference of one judge's opinion from that of the majority

• a difference of opinion

• the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

verb

• withhold assent

• express opposition through action or words

• be of different opinions

fend
verbv
verb

• try to manage without help

• withstand the force of something

jib
verb, nounv, n
noun

• any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast)

verb

• refuse to comply

• shift from one side of the ship to the other

oppose
verbv
verb

• be against; express opposition to

• fight against or resist strongly

• contrast with equal weight or force

• set into opposition or rivalry

• act against or in opposition to

• be resistant to

protest
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a formal and solemn declaration of objection

• the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

• the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval

verb

• utter words of protest

• express opposition through action or words

• affirm or avow formally or solemnly

reject
verbv
noun

• the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality

verb

• not accept something given or offered

• not accept as true

• deem wrong or inappropriate

• reject with contempt

• resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ

• refuse entrance or membership

• dismiss from consideration or a contest

stand
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a support or foundation

• the position where a thing or person stands

• a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area

• a small table for holding articles of various kinds

• a support for displaying ot holding various articles

• an interruption of normal activity

• a mental position from which things are viewed

• a booth where articles are displayed for sale

• a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance

• tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)

• a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air

• a defensive effort

verb

• be standing; be upright

• be in some specified state or condition

• occupy a place or location, also metaphorically

• hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright

• put up with something or somebody unpleasant

• have or maintain a position or stand on an issue

• remain inactive or immobile

• be in effect; be or remain in force

• be tall; have a height of; copula

• put into an upright position

• withstand the force of something

• be available for stud services

withstand
verbv
verb

• resist or confront with resistance

• stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

hold out
verbv
verb

• thrust or extend out

• stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

• last and be usable

• wait uncompromisingly for something desirable

• continue to live and avoid dying

stand firm
verbv
verb

• stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

• refuse to abandon one's opinion or belief

Best Hypernyms For RESIST

Here is a list of related hypernyms for resist, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (28)
oppose defend fight block check contradict controvert counteract curb defy delay disobey elude escape foil frustrate hamper hinder impede inhibit limit obstruct prevent react respond restrain restrict withstand
Phrases (3)
fight backfight downhold back

Alternatives for REFUSE

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