Resist Definition & Meaning
resist
- verb
- elude, especially in a baffling way; "This behavior defies explanation"
- stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something
- express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country"
- withstand the force of something; "The trees resisted her"; "stand the test of time"; "The mountain climbers had to fend against the ice and snow"
- resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ; "His body rejected the liver of the donor"
- refuse to comply
"Resist" in song lyrics
See how resist is used in real songs:
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"I cook it up right so you cant resist"
Andre Nickatina (Dre Dog) f/ Equipto — Public Enemy No. 7 -
"But if you're not and you try to resist"
Antoinette — Hit 'Em With This -
"My waist my shoulder blades the type you can't resist"
ASAP Rocky f/ Seth Narley — Grown Up
Words that rhyme with resist
Usage tips for "resist"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "resist" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for resist to find words that pair well.