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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /wɪðˈstænd/
withstand means: To stay strong or in good condition despite force, damage, or difficulty.
verb
RESIST HARMB2
To stay strong or in good condition despite force, damage, or difficulty.
- These boots withstand heavy rain.
- The bridge withstood the earthquake.
- Can this glass withstand high temperatures?
STRONGLY OPPOSEC2
To act strongly against someone or something, trying to stop them.
- They vowed to withstand the enemy.
- The villagers withstood the king's soldiers.
- Few dared to withstand the tyrant openly.
Questions about withstand
What does withstand mean?
To stay strong or in good condition despite force, damage, or difficulty.
What is withstand in other languages?
Türkçe: dayanmak · Español: resistir · Français: résister à · Deutsch: standhalten · Italiano: resistere a · 日本語: 耐える
How do you pronounce withstand?
It is pronounced /wɪðˈstænd/.
How do you use withstand in a sentence?
These boots withstand heavy rain. The bridge withstood the earthquake.
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