When the plane crashed near the Arctic Circle the survivors were able to withstand the cold and harsh elements.
What is an antonym of withstand?

The antonym of "withstand" in this context is "perish."

• "Withstand" means to resist or to endure something challenging or difficult, like extreme weather conditions in this case.

• "Perish" means to die or to be destroyed, especially in a sudden or untimely way, which is the opposite of enduring or surviving adverse conditions.

The other options:

• "Endure" and "survive" are actually synonyms of "withstand," as they both imply the ability to continue to live or exist despite difficult or challenging circumstances.

• "Possess" is unrelated to this context, as it means to have or own something.