Definition of Resilient
Resilient
re·sil·ient
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(adjective)
strong and tough, able to tolerate change, misfortune, or difficult conditions, or easily able to adapt to or recover from such challenges;
e.g. The turtle is a resilient little creature and can endure harsh conditions.
(adjective)
supple and flexible, able to withstand physical shock or impact without becoming deformed or damaged, due to its capacity to recoil back into shape, used to describe a material;
e.g. The beams making up the seat of the bench are resilient, so they can withstand a lot of weight without breaking.
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