resilient
/ɹɪˈzɪl.jənt/ adjective C1- Returning quickly to original shape after force is applied; elastic. (of objects or substances)
- Having the ability to absorb energy when deformed.
- Returning quickly to normal after damaging events or conditions. (of systems, organisms or people)
- Having the ability to recover from mental illness, trauma, etc.; having resilience.
From the library
Scientific studies indicate that actively deciphering complex physical environments stimulates this region, fostering the creation of robust and resilient neural pathways.
The monumental task of rectifying this catastrophic sanitation failure was entrusted to Joseph Bazalgette, a remarkably visionary and resilient civil engineer of the Victorian era.
Learn resilient in real texts
With a free account, hover any word in the library for its meaning, hear it read aloud, save words for review timed to your memory, and see how much of each book you already know.