Definition

The condition of not being able to resist or oppose something.

Example

In a moment of resistlessness, she gave in to the temptation of the dessert.

Conversation

I felt a strange kind of resistlessness today during my workout.

Really? What do you mean by that?

It was like I couldn't push myself at all; everything felt so easy.

I get that sometimes too, especially when I'm tired.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resistlessness is formed from "re-" (meaning again or back), "sistere" (meaning to stand), and the suffix "-ness" (indicating a state or condition). The word describes the state of not being able to stand against something or lacking resistance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'standing back' ('re-' and 'sistere') and remember that 'resistlessness' means the state of not being able to stand against something.

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