resistance

Definitions

The refusal to accept or comply with something; the attempt to prevent something by action or argument.

The ability not to be affected by something, especially adversely.

A force that acts to oppose the motion of a body or the flow of an electric current.

Examples

The metal wire provided enough resistance to heat up the toaster.

There was a lot of resistance from the community regarding the new building project.

The bacteria have developed a strong resistance to common antibiotics.

Synonyms

opposition defiance obstruction struggle rebellion withstand resilience

Antonyms

compliance submission acceptance cooperation surrender agreement yielding