1. A force that opposes motion or change, such as friction, air resistance, or drag
The resistive force of air slows down the falling object.
A força resistiva do ar desacelera o objeto em queda.
2. In physics, any force that acts in opposition to the direction of motion
Engineers must account for resistive forces when designing vehicles.
Os engenheiros devem considerar as forças resistivas ao projetar veículos.
3. In electrical contexts, the opposition to current flow in a circuit
The resistive force in the wire generates heat.
A força resistiva no fio gera calor.