Strengthen
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstɹɛŋ(k)θən/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Strengthen is a verb meaning (transitive) To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.
Meaning
(transitive) To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To empower; to give moral strength to; to encourage; to enhearten.
- (transitive) To augment; to improve; to intensify.
- (transitive) To reinforce, to add to, to support (someone or something)
- (transitive) To substantiate; to corroborate (a belief, argument, etc.)
- (intransitive) To grow strong or stronger.
Example Sentences
strengthen a wall
strengthen a muscle
strengthen one's willpower
strengthen one's authority
Word Forms
- strengthens
- strengthening
- strengthened
Synonyms for strengthen
Depending on context, synonyms include anneal, brace, build up, confirm, enstrengthen, fortify.
Antonyms for strengthen
Common opposites include weaken, atrophy, debilitate, enervate, enfeeble.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fortify, tone, reinforce, enhanced, enhancement, improvement.
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