Definition of Withstand
Withstand
With·stand
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To resist or oppose something successfully.
e.g. The company will withstand the economic downturn with its strong financial reserves.
(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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