Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Resistant.
Resistant - as an adjective satellite
Able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress
Example: "The plant is tolerant of saltwater"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tolerant8Impervious to being affected
Example: "Resistant to the effects of heat"
Disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
insubordinate16resistive12Incapable of absorbing or mixing with
Example: "A water-repellent fabric"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
repellent11Resistant - as a noun
A person who resists; especially a member of a resistance movement.
A thing which resists.
Resistant - as an adjective
Which makes resistance or offers opposition.
Which is not affected or overcome by a disease, drug, chemical or atmospheric agent, extreme of temperature, etc.
Example: "The infection is resistant to antibiotics."
Not greatly influenced by individual members of a sample.
Example Sentences
"The plant is resistant to drought."
"He is resistant to change and prefers to stick to his routine."
"These gloves are resistant to chemicals."
"Her immune system is weak, and she is resistant to most common illnesses."
"He wore a waterproof jacket to stay resistant to rain."
Word Game Points
Is RESISTANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, resistant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESISTANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is RESISTANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, resistant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESISTANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is RESISTANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, resistant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESISTANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
