Resistant
Resistant adjective - Disposed to or engaged in defiance of established authority.
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Tenacious and resistant are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tenacious" instead an adjective "Resistant".
Tenacious
Tenacious adjective - Continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement.
Usage example: a tenacious trainer, she adheres to her grueling swimming schedule no matter what
Resistant and tenacious are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Resistant" instead an adjective "Tenacious".
Nearby Words: tenacity, tenaciously
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