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WITHSTAND Synonyms

There are 14 synonyms of the word withstand. (exact relations)
There are 16 hypernyms of the word withstand. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for WITHSTAND

RankWordSave?More Syns..UsageType
1defy
verbv
2resist
verbv
3bear
verb, nounv, n
4brave
adjectiveadj
5challenge
verb, nounv, n
6confront
verbv
7counter
verb, nounv, n
8endure
verbv
9face
verb, nounv, n
10oppose
verbv
11hold
verb, nounv, n
12hold out
verbv
13hold up
verb, nounv, n
14stand firm
verbv

Best Hypernyms For WITHSTAND

Here is a list of related hypernyms for withstand, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (12)
resist bear brave defend endure fight oppose persevere stay sustain tolerate weather
Phrases (4)
fight backfight downhold outstand firm

Alternatives for DEFY

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