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STAND FIRM Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the phrase stand firm. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase stand firm. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for STAND FIRM

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resist
verbv
verb

• elude, especially in a baffling way

• stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

• express opposition through action or words

• withstand the force of something

• resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ

• refuse to comply

withstand
verbv
verb

• resist or confront with resistance

• stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

hold firm
verbv
verb

• refuse to abandon one's opinion or belief

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 fast
verbv
verb

• refuse to abandon one's opinion or belief

stand pat
verbv
verb

• refuse to abandon one's opinion or belief

Best Hypernyms For STAND FIRM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for stand firm, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
defend fight insist oppose
Phrases (3)
fight backfight downtake a firm stand

Alternatives for RESIST

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