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   strengthen

   /ˈstrɛŋ(k)θn/

   verb

   • 1. make or become stronger: "he advises an application of fluoride to strengthen the teeth" Similar make strong/strongerbuild upgive strength tomake healthynourishreinforcemake strongerbuttressbraceshore upunderpinrare:underproptoughentemperannealbecome strong/strongergain strengthintensifypick upheightenfortifybolstermake strongergive strength togive a boost toboostreinforcehardenstiffentoughensteelcementincreaseadd tofueladd fuel torenewvitalizegive new energy tobuoy upheartenstep upincreaseheightenescalatescale upinformal:upcrank upbeef upreinforcemake more forcefullend more weight tosupportback upbolsterconfirmbear outsubstantiatecorroborateauthenticateconsolidateOpposite weakendie downease offsapweakenrelaxdecreaseundermine

   Derivatives

   • 1. strengthener noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSTRENGTHEN | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   to become more powerful or more difficult to break, or to make something stronger: [ T ] If something isn’t done to strengthen the railroad bridge, it may collapse. [ I ] The tone of her voice strengthened suddenly. [ T ] Exercise will strengthen your legs.

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   The meaning of STRENGTHEN is to make stronger. How to use strengthen in a sentence.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSTRENGTHEN definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   strengthen. (streŋθən ) Word forms: 3rd person singular present tense strengthens , present participle strengthening , past tense, past participle strengthened. 1. verb B2. If something strengthens a person or group or if they strengthen their position, they become more powerful and secure, or more likely to succeed.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionarySTRENGTHEN | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   to make something stronger or more effective, or to become stronger or more effective: They have been strengthening their border defenses in preparation for war. His battle against cancer has strengthened his belief in God. The accident strengthens the case for better safety measures at fairgrounds.

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   Synonyms for STRENGTHEN: harden, fortify, toughen, energize, temper, beef (up), invigorate, vitalize; Antonyms of STRENGTHEN: weaken, hurt, impair, cripple, paralyze, injure, harm, damage

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   Strengthen definition: to make stronger; give strength to.. See examples of STRENGTHEN used in a sentence.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › strengthenStrengthen - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Anytime you strengthen something, you're making it more resistant, vigorous, or tough. Taking vitamins can strengthen your immune system so you don't get sick. Lifting weights will strengthen your muscles.