resilient

[ri-zil-yuhnt]

resilient Definition

  • 1able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions
  • 2able to recoil or spring back into shape after bending, stretching, or being compressed

Using resilient: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "resilient" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company's resilient business model allowed it to survive the economic downturn.

  • Example

    Despite facing many challenges, she remained resilient and persevered.

  • Example

    Rubber is a resilient material that can be stretched and bent without breaking.

resilient Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with resilient

  • flooring made of materials that are durable and can withstand heavy use

    Example

    The hospital installed resilient flooring in the patient rooms to make them easier to clean.

  • a city that is able to recover quickly from natural disasters or other crises

    Example

    After the earthquake, the government worked to make the city more resilient by improving its infrastructure.

  • resilient mindset

    a mental attitude that allows a person to bounce back from setbacks and challenges

    Example

    Developing a resilient mindset is important for success in any field.

Origins of resilient

from Latin 'resilire', meaning 'to leap back'

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Summary: resilient in Brief

The term 'resilient' [ri-zil-yuhnt] refers to the ability to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. It can also describe physical objects that can spring back into shape after being bent or compressed. Examples include 'The company's resilient business model allowed it to survive the economic downturn,' and 'Rubber is a resilient material that can be stretched and bent without breaking.' Phrases like 'resilient flooring' and 'resilient city' denote durability and the ability to recover from crises.

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