withstand

language: en

definitions

  1. verb
    to resist or endure against pressure, force, or attack
    en: to resist or endure against pressure, force, or attack
  2. verb
    to remain firm or unyielding under pressure
    en: to remain firm or unyielding under pressure

examples

  1. The bridge can withstand heavy traffic.

    The bridge can withstand heavy traffic.

  2. She could not withstand the temptation.

    She could not withstand the temptation.