Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Resists.
Resists - as a verb
Elude, especially in a baffling way
Example: "This behavior defies explanation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defy11refuse9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
elude6escape10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold outstand firmwithstand16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defend11fight12fight backfight downoppose10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
surrender10Express opposition through action or words
Example: "Dissent to the laws of the country"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissent8protest9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contradict15controvert15oppose10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Withstand the force of something
Example: "The trees resisted her"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fend8stand6Resists - as a noun
A protective coating or covering.
Example Sentences
"He resists the urge to eat junk food."
"She resists the temptation to check her phone during class."
"The athlete resists the pressure and continues training hard."
"The dog resists being groomed and tries to escape."
"The child resists going to bed and asks for another bedtime story."
Word Game Points
Is RESISTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, resists is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RESISTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is RESISTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, resists is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRESISTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is RESISTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, resists is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRESISTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
