withstand

This verb conveys a sense of sturdy endurance and resilience against an external pressure. It suggests a state of remaining intact or steadfast despite an active attempt to break, destroy, or overwhelm the subject. While similar to endure, it emphasizes the ability to resist a specific force rather than simply tolerating a long-term situation. In technical contexts, it describes the physical capacity of materials to survive extreme conditions like heat or pressure. In human or military contexts, it implies a successful defense or a refusal to succumb to temptation or attack.