Withstand (verb)

1. To stand up or offer resistance to (something) successfully.
2. To endure or resist the force of (something) without being overcome.
3. To be able to bear or endure (something).

Origin:

Old english withstondan, from with- "against" + stondan "stand".

Examples:

1. The building was able to withstand the earthquake.
2. He was able to withstand the pressure and perform well.
3. The bridge was able to withstand the flood.
4. The company was able to withstand the competition.
5. The soldier was able to withstand the enemy's attack.