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Word of the Day Monday, June 15, 2026

resilient

/riːˈzaɪənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does resilient mean?

adjective

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions; able to return to its original shape after being stretched or compressed.

Example

"The resilient athlete bounced back from her injury to win the championship."

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