Stand Up To

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of stand up to

challenge
confront
face

Antonyms of stand up to

surrender to
yield to
submit to

Collocations of stand up to

bullying
Frequency: 80 %

She decided to stand up to bullying and report it to the school authorities.

authority
Frequency: 70 %

The citizens banded together to stand up to authority and demand change.

injustice
Frequency: 65 %

The activists were determined to stand up to injustice and fight for equality.

oppression
Frequency: 60 %

The oppressed community finally decided to stand up to oppression and reclaim their rights.

discrimination
Frequency: 55 %

She bravely stood up to discrimination in the workplace and advocated for equal treatment.

Idiomatic Expressions for stand up to

  • Phrase: stand up to bullies
    Meaning: to resist or confront people who use their power to intimidate others
    Usage: It's important to teach children how to stand up to bullies and not be afraid.