What is another word for resistor?
Pronunciation: [ɹɪsˈɪstə] (IPA) 
A resistor is an electronic component that is used to resist the flow of electric current. It is an essential part of almost every electronic circuit. There are several synonyms for the word "resistor," including resistance, impedance, load, and attenuator. Resistance is the measure of the opposition to the flow of electric current, while impedance is the measure of the opposition that a circuit encounters to the flow of alternating current. Load is the term used to describe the amount of power that a device consumes. Attenuator is a term used to describe an electronic component that weakens or reduces the strength of a signal passing through it.
