Basic

resistance

/rɪˈzɪstəns/

re · sis · tance rɪ · ˈzɪs · təns

English Definition

n. the act of fighting against something

中文释义

抵抗，反抗

Significado en Español

resistencia

한국어 뜻

저항, 반항

Nghĩa Tiếng Việt

sự kháng cự, sự chống đối

Example Sentence

The plan met strong resistance from residents.

这项计划遭到了居民的强烈反对。

Synonyms

opposition defiance pushback

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Select the best synonym for the word “resistance”:

A agreement
B surrender
C compliance
D opposition

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D — opposition. “resistance” means n. the act of fighting against something

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The brave villagers put up a strong ______ against the cruel invaders.

A surrender
B welcome
C obedience
D resistance

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D — resistance. “resistance” means n. the act of fighting against something

Common questions about “resistance”

What does “resistance” mean?

resistance — n. the act of fighting against something. In Chinese: 抵抗，反抗.

How do you pronounce “resistance”?

resistance is pronounced /rɪˈzɪstəns/. It breaks into 3 syllables: re · sis · tance.

How do you use “resistance” in a sentence?

The plan met strong resistance from residents. (这项计划遭到了居民的强烈反对。)

What are synonyms for “resistance”?

opposition, defiance, pushback — all close in meaning to resistance (n. the act of fighting against something).

Is “resistance” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. resistance appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

Progress / 学习进度

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71% through this level

Mastered: 0 / 2445 (0%)

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resistance

Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

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