withstand

language: fr

definitions

  1. verb
    to resist or endure against pressure, force, or attack
    fr: résister
  2. verb
    to remain firm or unyielding under pressure
    fr: tenir bon

examples

  1. The bridge can withstand heavy traffic.

    Le pont peut résister au trafic lourd.

  2. She could not withstand the temptation.

    Elle ne put résister à la tentation.