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As a phono-semantic compound, 抗 pairs the hand radical 扌 on the left with the phonetic component 亢 on the right. The radical 扌 signifies a physical action, while 亢 contributes the pronunciation and the sense of “high” or “extreme.” The character’s original meaning of “raising” or “lifting” evolved to convey resisting, opposing, or fighting against an adversary. This core sense of defiance makes it a key element in words related to rebellion, protest, and medical antibodies.
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抗病需要增强体质。
医生给我开了抗生素。
农民们积极抗旱。
民众上街抗议示威。
抗日战争持续了十四年。
他抗压能力很强。
军民团结一心抗灾。
他在法庭上提出抗辩。