IELTS Speaking · Vocabulary
resilient
adjectiverɪˈzɪliəntBand 8
Last updated 2 September 2026
In short
“resilient” is a Band 8 adjective that means able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable.
Example sentences
- “The economy proved surprisingly resilient.”
- “Resilient employees cope better with change.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
toughadaptablerobust
Antonyms
fragilevulnerable
Collocations & common phrases
Collocations
resilient economyemotionally resilientbuild resilience
Common phrases
bounce back
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Frequently asked questions
What does “resilient” mean?
Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and adaptable.
How do you use “resilient” in a sentence?
For example: “The economy proved surprisingly resilient.”
What are some synonyms for “resilient”?
Synonyms include tough, adaptable, robust.
Is “resilient” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 8 vocabulary, and collocations such as resilient economy, emotionally resilient, build resilience help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.