resilient /ɹɪˈzɪl.jənt/ adjective4 •Returning quickly to original shape after force is applied; elastic. (of objects or substances) •Having the ability to absorb energy when deformed. •Returning quickly to normal after damaging events or conditions. (of systems, organisms or people)He’s resilient, and strong, but sometimes tonight, here, the weight of what he’s saying makes him stop, pause as if lost. — 1994 •Having the ability to recover from mental illness, trauma, etc.; having resilience. formsmore resilient · most resilient