ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Strong

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /stɹɒŋ/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Strong is an adjective meaning Capable of producing great physical force.

Meaning

Capable of producing great physical force.

More Meanings

  1. Capable of withstanding great physical force.
  2. (loosely) Possessing power, might, or strength.
  3. Determined; unyielding.
  4. Highly stimulating to the senses.
  5. Having an offensive or intense odor or flavor.
  6. Having a high concentration of an essential or active ingredient.
  7. (specifically) Having a high alcoholic content.

Example Sentences

a strong foundation; good strong shoes
a big strong man; Jake was tall and strong
Was mich nicht umbringt, macht mich stärker.
A wise man is strong, yea a man of knowledge encreaseth strength.

Word Forms

Synonyms for strong

Depending on context, synonyms include forcefully, powerfully, vigorously, strongly, forceful, powerful.

Antonyms for strong

Common opposites include powerlessly, weakly, weak, forceless, fragile, diluted.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include potent, robust, well-knit, hefty, powerful, heavy.

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