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The wheels slowed because of resistance from the rough ground.
What does Resistance mean?
Resistance means pushing back or slowing change.
Dictionary definition
The act of pushing back against something, or a force that slows movement or change.
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The group showed resistance to the unfair rule.
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In science, resistance can describe a force that works against motion or flow.
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What does resistance mean?
Resistance means pushing back or slowing change.
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Which word is closest in meaning to resistance?
Opposition is close to resistance in this main meaning.
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Choose the best word to complete the sentence: The wheels slowed because of ____ from the rough ground.
Resistance best completes the sentence.
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WordResistance.
Partnoun.
MeaningResistance means pushing back or slowing change.
ExampleExample: The wheels slowed because of resistance from the rough ground.
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- Syllables
- ri · zis · tunss
- Strongest beat
- zis
- Ending
- tunss
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on zis.
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Synonyms
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oppositionUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
dragUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
pushbackUse when this word fits the same meaning in context.
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acceptanceUse as a meaningful contrast in this word's main sense.
supportUse as a meaningful contrast in this word's main sense.
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resistance
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