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resilient definition

re·sil·ient (-yənt, -ē ənt)

adjective

  1. bouncing or springing back into shape, position, etc. after being stretched, bent, or, esp., compressed
  2. recovering strength, spirits, good humor, etc. quickly; buoyant

Etymology: L resiliens, prp. of resilire: see resile

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