Synonyms for withstand

Verb

1. defy, withstand, hold, hold up, resist, hold out, withstand, stand firm

usage: resist or confront with resistance; "The politician defied public opinion"; "The new material withstands even the greatest wear and tear"; "The bridge held"

2. resist, hold out, withstand, stand firm, fight, oppose, fight back, fight down, defend

usage: stand up or offer resistance to somebody or something