What does withstand mean?
Withstand means (transitive) To resist or endure (something) successfully..
Withstand
/wɪðˈstænd/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To resist or endure (something) successfully..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To resist or endure (something) successfully.
- To oppose (something) forcefully.
Example Sentences
Tests showed that a tin ceiling could withstand a temperature of 1,369° for an hour and 10 minutes, whereas plaster collapsed in 12 minutes.
Some old, underfired clay pantiles might be damaged by button mosses rooting in cracks and fissures. But most post-war tiles are hard enough to withstand a bit of moss growth.
Synonyms for withstand
Antonyms for withstand
Related Words
Word Forms
- withstands
- withstanding
- withstood
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for withstand?
Common synonyms include take, bear, hold, defy.
What is the opposite of withstand?
Possible antonyms include surrender, give up.
How do you use withstand in a sentence?
Tests showed that a tin ceiling could withstand a temperature of 1,369° for an hour and 10 minutes, whereas plaster collapsed in 12 minutes.
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