Meaning & Definition of Resistant in English

1. Relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)

2. Able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress

• "The plant is tolerant of saltwater"

• "These fish are quite tolerant as long as extremes of ph are avoided"

• "The new hybrid is more resistant to drought"

3. Impervious to being affected

• "Resistant to the effects of heat"

• "Resistant to persuasion"

4. Disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority

5. Incapable of absorbing or mixing with

• "A water-repellent fabric"

• "Plastic highly resistant to steam and water"