withstand
gb/wɪθstˈænd/ us/wɪθstˈænd/
B2
Engleză
~ 8800
ellenáll, bír, kibír, megállja a helyét
VERB
B2
1
Tipar de utilizare:
to withstand [something]
The bridge was designed to withstand strong earthquakes.
A hidat úgy tervezték, hogy ellenálljon a nagy erejű földrengéseknek.
This material can withstand very high temperatures without melting.
Ez az anyag nagyon magas hőmérsékletet is kibír anélkül, hogy megolvadna.
The tent is built to withstand heavy rain and strong winds.
The phone’s screen is tough enough to withstand minor drops and scratches.
These tiles can withstand years of heavy foot traffic.
Exemple pentru cursanți
The old house can still withstand a big storm.
A régi ház még egy nagy vihart is kibír.
These boots can withstand snow and cold weather.
Ezek a bakancsok bírják a havat és a hideget.
The glass is thick, so it can withstand a hard hit.
The roof is strong enough to withstand heavy snow.
This suitcase can withstand many long trips.
Greșeală frecventă:
Learners sometimes add a preposition and say *"withstand to"* or *"withstand against"*. The verb is used directly with an object: "withstand pressure", not *"withstand to pressure"* or *"withstand against pressure"*. Another confusion is with "understand" because the words look similar, but the meanings are completely different.
Sens
remain unharmed under force or stress
Colocații
withstand pressure
|withstand heat
|withstand high temperatures
|withstand impact
|withstand wear and tear
|withstand earthquakes
Sinonime
resist (A broad, common verb; can be physical or non-physical, while "withstand" often suggests being strong enough not to be changed or damaged.)
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endure (Stresses lasting through something difficult; often includes discomfort or pain more than physical strength.)
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stand up to (More informal and phrasal; often used both for physical force and authority, slightly less formal than "withstand".)
Antonime
give way (Describes something collapsing or breaking when it cannot withstand weight or pressure.)
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succumb (Means to fail or be defeated under pressure or force, the opposite of remaining strong.)
Teme
daily life
|science
|engineering
|weather
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Definiție
To be strong enough not to break or be harmed when something hard or heavy happens to you or hits you.
To resist the effect of physical force, pressure, or harsh conditions without being damaged, broken, or destroyed.
VERB
C1
2
Tipar de utilizare:
to withstand [something]
The company managed to withstand intense competition from cheaper brands.
A vállalatnak sikerült megállnia a helyét az olcsóbb márkákkal folytatott erős versenyben.
Her argument could not withstand serious scrutiny.
Az érvelése nem állta meg a helyét a komolyabb vizsgálat során.
The government struggled to withstand international pressure to change the law.
He withstood years of criticism and never changed his position.
Their friendship has withstood many challenges over the years.
Exemple pentru cursanți
The team could not withstand the pressure and lost the game.
A csapat nem bírta a nyomást, és elvesztette a meccset.
She was strong enough to withstand the bad comments online.
Elég erős volt ahhoz, hogy bírja az online bántó megjegyzéseket.
His plan did not withstand careful questions from the group.
Their love withstood many problems and stayed strong.
He could not withstand the temptation to look at his phone.
Greșeală frecventă:
Learners sometimes use "withstand" where a more natural verb is "handle" or "deal with" in everyday speech. "Withstand" often sounds more formal or strong, and is used for serious pressure, criticism, or attacks. Also, some learners say *"withstand from"*, but the verb does not take a preposition: say "withstand criticism", not *"withstand from criticism"*.
Sens
resist attack, criticism, or influence
Colocații
withstand criticism
|withstand scrutiny
|withstand pressure
|withstand competition
|withstand public opinion
|withstand the test of time
Sinonime
resist (General term; "withstand" often sounds slightly more formal and emphasizes continued strength over time.)
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weather (Often used metaphorically ("weather the storm") for surviving difficulties; more figurative than "withstand".)
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hold up against (A phrasal alternative that focuses on remaining valid or convincing when examined or criticized.)
Antonime
yield to (Means to give in to pressure, temptation, or influence, the opposite of staying firm.)
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crumble under (Informal; describes failing or losing control when facing strong pressure or stress.)
Teme
conflict
|business
|emotions
|society
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Definiție
To stay strong and not be hurt, changed, or defeated by things like criticism, problems, or a strong wish to do something.
To remain firm and not be changed, defeated, or harmed by non-physical pressure such as criticism, attack, competition, or temptation.
Gramatică
Forma de dicționar
withstand
IPA
GB/wɪθstˈænd/
US/wɪθstˈænd/
Silabe și accent
with - stand (2 silabe)
Stress on 2nd syllable (stand)
Forme ale cuvântului
Verb
- Base: withstand
- 3rd Person Singular: withstands
- Present Participle: withstanding
- Past: withstood
- Past Participle: withstood
Familie de cuvinte
Forms
withstands
verb
withstanding
verb
withstood
verb
Related words
Advanced or less common
withstandable
adjective
Aspecte importante
- Irregular past: withstood Verb
- Irregular past participle: withstood Verb
Expresii
withstand the test of time
1/wɪθstˈænd ðə tˈɛst əv tˈaɪm/
fixed phrase
remain good or valid over years
To stay strong, useful, or popular for a very long time.
Exemple
- Her designs have withstood the test of time and still look modern today.
- The book has clearly withstood the test of time, as people are still reading it a century later.
- Only a few classic songs truly withstand the test of time.