Definition of Withstand
Withstand
with·stand
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to be able to resist something and remain undamaged by it;
e.g. The monument is designed to withstand high-intensity winds
(verb)
to be capable of standing up against something and remaining unaffected by it;
e.g. He has grown strong enough to withstand any criticism.
(verb)
to oppose or resist something (or someone) strongly and firmly, with determination;
e.g. She believes that her evidence is strong enough to withstand anything the opposition might throw at her.
(verb)
in old usage, to obstruct something or stop its course;
e.g. This wall will not be able to withstand the river's waters and prevent a flood.
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