Synonyms for Resist

Resist has 9 synonyms including dissent, refuse, defy. Opposite words include apply and surrender. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.

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Synonyms for Resist (9 words)

Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.

Antonyms for Resist (2 words)

These words have the opposite meaning.

Related Words (18)

Words associated with resist by meaning or context.

Letter Analysis for Resist

Resist contains 6 letters: 2 vowels (E, I) and 4 consonants (R, S, T). Here is the frequency breakdown:

S
2 (33%)
R
1 (17%)
E
1 (17%)
I
1 (17%)
T
1 (17%)

Using Resist in Word Games

Resist scores 6 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. At 6 letters, resist fits most board positions and pairs well with existing tiles. With 2 vowels and 4 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.

Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:

WordScrabbleWWFLetters
withstand16169
jib12153
defy11104
baulk11145
balk10124

Frequently Asked Questions

What are synonyms for resist?

The most common synonyms for resist are dissent, refuse, defy, stand, protest. In total, there are 9 words with similar meaning listed on this page.

What is the opposite of resist?

Common antonyms of resist include apply, surrender.

Can I use resist in Scrabble?

Yes, resist is a valid Scrabble word worth 6 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 6 points.

How many letters are in resist?

Resist has 6 letters: 2 vowels (E, I) and 4 consonants (R, S, T).

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