withstand (Meaning)

Wordnet

withstand (v)

resist or confront with resistance

stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something

Webster

withstand (prep.)

To stand against; to oppose; to resist, either with physical or moral force; as, to withstand an attack of troops; to withstand eloquence or arguments.

FAQs About the word withstand

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resist, oppose, repel,fight, counter, buck, contend (with), hinder,defy, thwart

surrender (to), submit (to), give in (to), capitulate (to), submit (to), succumb (to), bow (to), surrender (to), succumb (to), stoop (to)

The building's reinforced concrete structure withstood the forceful impact of the earthquake.

The resilient trees in the forest withstood the harsh winter storms.

The athlete's determination withstood the grueling training regimen.

The protective coating on the metal surface withstood the abrasive wear and tear.