resist

vt.

1. 抵抗，反抗；抗拒
   The nation was unable to resist the invasion.

   该国无力抵抗侵略。

2. 抗（酸），耐（热等）
   This special coating is designed to resist rust.

   这一特别的涂层旨在抗锈。

   A healthy body resists disease.

   健康的身体能抵御疾病。

3. （常用于否定句）忍耐，忍住[+v-ing]
   I couldn't resist the temptation to tease Ollie.

   我忍不住要逗奥利玩。

vi.

1. 抵抗，反抗，抗拒
   If the enemy continue to resist, wipe them out.

   如果敌人继续抵抗，就把他们消灭掉。

2. （常用于否定句）忍耐，忍住