resistance

noun C1

Meaning

Resistance refers to the capacity or ability to withstand, oppose, or counteract forces, influences, or changes, often manifesting in physical, psychological, or sociopolitical contexts. It encompasses both the active defiance against oppression or author
💡 The term is often misused in casual contexts to imply mere opposition without acknowledging the complexity of the forces at play or the strategies employed in resistance efforts.

Example Sentences

The resistance to antibiotics is a growing concern in medicine .
The resistance to change made the project progress very slowly .

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