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    Résisté (en. Resisted)

    re-zi-ste

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    Withstanding pressure or an obstacle without giving in.
    He managed to resist the temptation to eat sweets.
    Il a réussi à résister à la tentation de manger des sucreries.
    Opposing a force or influence.
    The protesters resisted tear gas.
    Les manifestants ont résisté aux gaz lacrymogènes.
    Defending oneself against something.
    She was able to resist bullying at school.
    Elle a su résister à l'intimidation à l'école.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'resistere', meaning 'to oppose'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    withstand the test of time
    Lasting despite difficulties.
    résister à l'épreuve du temps
    withstand the pressure
    Not yielding to external constraints.
    résister à la pression
    make resist
    Forcing someone not to give in in a difficult situation.
    faire résister

    Related Words

    resistance
    The act of resisting.
    résistance
    resistant
    One who resists.
    résistant
    resilient
    Ability to overcome difficulties.
    résilient

    Slang Meanings

    Holding strong in the face of challenges
    He stayed strong and really resisted, even when times were tough.
    Il est resté solide et a vraiment résisté, même quand les temps étaient durs.
    Not letting oneself be downhearted
    She has a lot of character, she always resists criticism.
    Elle a beaucoup de caractère, elle résiste toujours aux critiques.