Opposite of to accept or consent, especially by silence or by omitting to object
“Margaret attempted to resist but was forced to bend to the new political realities.”
Opposite of to approve of something, or to allow something to happen
Opposite of to give up one's resistance against something
Opposite of to surrender or end all resistance to
“It was a massive struggle to resist the lure of a cheeky beer, but I held firm.”
Opposite of to give an official acceptance to something as being satisfactory
“Sarah is likely to decline the offer for an interview as she is content with her current job.”
Opposite of to follow or obey the advice, guidance or words of
Opposite of to give up one's resistance against an enemy or opponent
(archaic) Opposite of to tolerate
“Ultimately the good king had to yield to her nagging insistence and granted her wish in order to put an end to the bother.”
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