Synonyms for resistive
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Tending to resist something or someone; resistant.
He had a stubborn, resistive nature.
Related words
- Word family
- resistivity resistant resistance
Example sentences
- resistant Many are convinced that he is resistant to advice.
- insubordinate Why are you so insubordinate to your boss?
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| resistive | falling | |
| resistant | falling | |
| insubordinate | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 9 letters
- resistant3
- 13 letters
- insubordinate5
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (resistant3 = 3 syllables).