This is the 1582nd most frequent Portuguese word.
resistência
Resistance or endurance.
Here, 'resistência' refers to opposition or defiance to something occurring.
A resistência ao avanço das ideias foi inesperada.
The resistance to the advance of ideas was unexpected.
In this sentence, 'resistência' signifies durability or strength against external forces.
A resistência do material foi testada em condições extremas.
The material's resistance was tested under extreme conditions.
The term 'resistência' in this context means stamina or the ability to sustain exertion.