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WITHSTANDING

(verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Withstanding.

Withstanding - as a verb

Resist or confront with resistance

Example: "The politician defied public opinion"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defy11hold8hold up
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
hold outresist6stand firmwithstand16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hold outresist6stand firm
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
defend11fight12fight backfight downoppose10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Despite the strong winds, the tree is still withstanding."
"She was withstanding all the pain and staying strong."
"Her determination helped her in withstanding the hardships."
"The ship was built with a reinforced hull, capable of withstanding rough seas."
"He was withstanding the urge to eat the delicious cake."
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Word Game Points

Is WITHSTANDING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, withstanding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WITHSTANDING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is WITHSTANDING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, withstanding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WITHSTANDING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is WITHSTANDING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, withstanding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WITHSTANDING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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