Strength
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstɹɛŋθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Strength is a noun meaning The quality or degree of being strong.
Meaning
The quality or degree of being strong.
More Meanings
- The intensity of a force or power; potency.
- The strongest part of something; that on which confidence or reliance is based.
- A positive attribute.
- (graph theory) The minimum ratio of the number of edges removed from a given graph to components created, over all possible removals.
- (obsolete) An armed force, a body of troops.
- (obsolete) A strong place; a stronghold.
- (obsolete) To strengthen (all senses).
Example Sentences
to play to one's strengths
He had the strength of ten men.
It requires great strength to lift heavy objects.
Our castle’s strength will laugh a siege to scorn.
Word Forms
- strengths
- strengthing
- strengthed
Synonyms for strength
Depending on context, synonyms include ability, asset, capability, expertise, forte, fortitude.
Antonyms for strength
Common opposites include weakness, unpersuasiveness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forte, potency, force, intensity, forcefulness, durability.
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Sources & Attribution
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