Definition
抵抗 (dǐkàng) is a general verb meaning 'to resist, withstand, or fight against' — it can be used for physical resistance (e.g., material withstanding heat) or resisting temptation/pressure. 对抗 (duìkàng) is more confrontational, implying direct opposition or confrontation between two sides. 反抗 (fǎnkàng) specifically means 'to rebel' against authority or oppression.
verb
to resistto withstandto fight against
Examples
- 抵抗，。Tā nǔlì dǐ kàng zhù yòuhuò, méiyǒu fàngqì.He resisted the temptation and did not give up.
- 抵抗。Zhè zhǒng cáiliào néng dǐ kàng gāowēn.This material can withstand high temperatures.
- ，抵抗。Miàn duì yālì, tā xuǎnzé le dǐ kàng ér bú shì táobì.Facing pressure, she chose to resist rather than escape.
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