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Meaning of withstanding
The primary meaning of "withstanding" is to remain in a position or condition, often in spite of opposition or difficulty.
Etymology of withstanding
The word "withstanding" originates from the Old English words "wiþ" (against) and "standan" (to stand), and has been in use since the 9th century
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or military resistance, as well as emotional or mental endurance
Synonyms
tolerating
enduring
bearing
resisting
withstanding
suffering
persevering
persisting
surviving
outlasting
outliving
weathering
braving
defying
opposing
combating
countering
confronting
facing
meeting
overcoming
beating
conquering
vanquishing
thwarting
hindering
impeding
obstructing
blocking
stemming
staying
checking
halting
stopping
ceasing
desisting
abstaining
refraining
forgoing
relinquishing
surrendering
yielding
submitting
capitulating
acquiescing
complying
conforming
Definitions
- To remain in a position or condition, often in spite of opposition or difficulty
- * To resist or oppose something, especially a force or an attack
- * To endure or tolerate a difficult or unpleasant situation
Usage Examples
- The city withstood the hurricane despite widespread damage
- * She withstood the criticism and continued to speak her mind
- * The team withstood the pressure and won the game
Antonyms
surrendering
yielding
submitting
capitulating
acquiescing
complying
conforming
giving in
relinquishing
abandoning
deserting
fleeing
retreating
escaping
evading
avoiding
shirking
dodging
eluding
failing
losing
succumbing
collapsing
crumbling
disintegrating
deteriorating