Resistant Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Resistant

Meaning 1 : disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority

    Synonyms : insubordinate,  resistive
Meaning 2 : relating to or conferring immunity (to disease or infection)

    Synonyms : immune
Meaning 3 : able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress

    Example : the new hybrid is more resistant to drought

    Synonyms : tolerant
Meaning 4 : incapable of absorbing or mixing with

    Example : plastic highly resistant to steam and water

    Synonyms : repellent
Meaning 5 : impervious to being affected

    Example : resistant to the effects of heat,resistant to persuasion