resistance
re
ri
ri
sis
ˈzɪs
zis
tance
təns
tēns
British pronunciation
/ɹɪsˈɪstəns/

Definice a význam slova „resistance“ v angličtině

01

the act of opposing or refusing to accept something one disapproves of or disagrees with

example
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Resistance from staff delayed the implementation.
02

a mechanical force that slows down or opposes motion

example
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Water resistance makes swimming more challenging.
03

the property of a material that opposes the flow of electric current, measured in ohms

example
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High resistance in the connection caused a voltage drop.
04

military action taken to oppose or prevent an enemy's advance

example
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The invasion was met with unexpected resistance.
05

collective or organized action opposing those in authority or control

example
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Peaceful resistance movements can bring social change.
06

an electrical component designed to impede the flow of current

example
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The old radio contained several adjustable resistances.
07

(in psychoanalysis) the unwillingness to confront or reveal repressed thoughts or emotions

example
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The session focused on understanding the source of her resistance.
08

a covert group organized to oppose or overthrow an occupying power or government

example
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Many resistance members were captured and executed.
09

the ability of a person, organism or microorganism to withstand or defend against diseases, drugs, toxins, or environmental stress

example
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Good nutrition helps maintain the body 's resistance to illness.
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