Resist
/rɪˈzɪst/
Definitions
- (v.) To withstand or oppose the action or effect of something.
The tenant resisted the eviction notice by filing a legal appeal.
- (v.) To refrain from complying with or yielding to a demand or temptation.
The defendant resisted answering the question on grounds of privilege.
Forms
- resists
- resisted
- resisting
See also
Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe opposition to enforcement or compliance; clarity in the object resisted is important.
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