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resistive

/rɪˈzɪs.tɪv/

Traducción: Describe algo que ofrece resistencia u oposición, usado a menudo en contextos técnicos o científicos.

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adjective

C1formalcommontechnical/rɪˈzɪs.tɪv/

Describes something that offers resistance or opposition, often used in technical or scientific contexts.

  • 🇪🇸Describe algo que ofrece resistencia u oposición, usado a menudo en contextos técnicos o científicos.
  1. Exhibiting electrical resistance C1 formal technical

    Relating to or showing the property of opposing the flow of electric current.

    • The resistive material in the circuit reduces the current flow.
    • Engineers tested the resistive properties of the new alloy.
    • A resistive load is used to simulate real-world conditions.

    🇪🇸resistivo (eléctrico)

    Sinónimos: ohmicresistant

    Antónimos: conductive

  2. Opposing authority C1 formal

    Showing a tendency to resist or defy established rules, authority, or control.

    • The resistive population refused to follow the new laws.
    • Her resistive attitude made it difficult to implement changes.
    • The group was known for its resistive stance against the regime.

    🇪🇸reacio a la autoridad

    Sinónimos: contumaciousdefiantdisobedientinsubordinateintransigentobstinaterebelliousrecalcitrantrefractoryunyielding

    Antónimos: acquiescentcompliantconformabledocileobedientsubmissivetractableyielding

  • more resistive comparative form
  • most resistive superlative form