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- Dictionarystrengthen/ˈstrɛŋ(k)θn/
verb
- 1. make or become stronger: "he advises an application of fluoride to strengthen the teeth" Similar Opposite
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STRENGTHEN definition: 1. to make something stronger or more effective, or to become stronger or more effective: 2. to…. Learn more.
If something strengthens a person or group or if they strengthen their position, they become more powerful and secure, or more likely to succeed. The new constitution strengthens the government. [VERB noun] To strengthen his position in Parliament, he held talks with the opposition. [VERB noun]
The meaning of STRENGTHEN is to make stronger. How to use strengthen in a sentence.
Definition of strengthen verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [intransitive, transitive] to become more powerful or effective; to make somebody/something more powerful or effective. Her position in the party has strengthened in recent weeks.
STRENGTHEN meaning: 1. to make something stronger or more effective, or to become stronger or more effective: 2. to…. Learn more.
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.
To become or cause to become tough or strong: toughen. 2. To prepare (oneself) for action: brace, forearm, fortify, gird, ready, steel. Idiom: gird one's loins. 3. To make or become tight or tighter: reinforce, tighten.
strengthen meaning, definition, what is strengthen: to become stronger or make something str...: Learn more.
Definition of strengthen verb from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. to become stronger; to make someone or something stronger Her position in the party has strengthened in recent weeks. Yesterday the yen strengthened against the dollar. The wind had strengthened overnight.
STRENGTHEN definition: to become stronger or make something become stronger: . Learn more.