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resistant (adj.)

c. 1600, from French résistant, present participle of résister (see resist). In reference to diseases or drugs from 1897.

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Definitions of resistant from WordNet

resistant (adj.)
relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection);
Synonyms: immune
resistant (adj.)
able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress;
the new hybrid is more resistant to drought
Synonyms: tolerant
resistant (adj.)
impervious to being affected;
resistant to the effects of heat
resistant to persuasion
resistant (adj.)
disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority;
Synonyms: insubordinate / resistive
resistant (adj.)
incapable of absorbing or mixing with;
plastic highly resistant to steam and water
Synonyms: repellent
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