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1resistant
adjective re·sis·tant \-tənt\
: opposed to something : wanting to prevent something from happening
: not affected or harmed by something
Full Definition of RESISTANT
: giving, capable of, or exhibiting resistance —often used in combination <wrinkle-resistant clothes> <a drug-resistant strain of virus>
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First Known Use of RESISTANT
15th century
2resistant
noun
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First Known Use of RESISTANT
1580
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RESISTANT Defined for Kids
resistant
adjective re·sis·tant \ri-ˈzis-tənt\
Definition of RESISTANT for Kids
: capable of withstanding the force or effect of <The material is fire-resistant.>
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resistant
adjective re·sis·tant
Medical Definition of RESISTANT
: giving, capable of, or exhibiting resistance—often used in combination <a drug-resistant strain of virus>
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re·sis·tant also re·sis·tent \-tənt\
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