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    withstand
    /wɪðˈstand/

    verb

    • 1. remain undamaged or unaffected by; resist: "the structure had been designed to withstand winds of more than 100 mph"

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  2. WITHSTAND definition: 1. to be strong enough, or not be changed by something, or to oppose a person or thing…. Learn more.

  3. The meaning of WITHSTAND is to stand up against : oppose with firm determination; especially : to resist successfully. How to use withstand in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Withstand.

  4. Withstand definition: to stand or hold out against; resist or oppose, especially successfully. See examples of WITHSTAND used in a sentence.

  5. withstand something to be strong enough not to be hurt or damaged by extreme conditions, the use of force, etc. synonym resist, stand up to. The materials used have to be able to withstand high temperatures. They had withstood siege, hunger and deprivation.

  6. Definition of 'withstand' withstand. (wɪðstænd ) Word forms: withstands , withstanding , withstood (wɪðstʊd ) verb. If something or someone withstands a force or action, they survive it or do not give in to it. [formal] ...armoured vehicles designed to withstand chemical attack. [VERB noun]

  7. to resist or oppose, esp. successfully: to withstand the invaders; to withstand temptation.

  8. Withstand means to stand your ground against a powerful and negative force. A lot of toys can withstand rough treatment, but CDs definitely can't. And hopefully, you can withstand the pressures of school and work!