strengthen
- to make stronger; give strength to.
- Phonetics. to change (a speech sound) to an articulation requiring more effort, as from fricative to stop or nongeminate to geminate.
- to gain strength; grow stronger.
Origin of strengthen
Synonyms for strengthen
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bolster, restore, extend, invigorate, establish, support, enlarge, increase, reinforce, sustain, heighten, enhance, toughen, intensify, consolidate, uphold, tone, buttress, rejuvenate, ascendExamples from the Web for strengthened
Contemporary Examples of strengthened
“The institution of marraige [sic] is under attack in our society and it needs to be strengthened,” Bush wrote.
The two strengthened ties over the years and now Krauss considers Epstein a “close” and “considerate” friend.
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January 8, 2015
In 2014, new or strengthened RFRAs were proposed in eight states.
Increased access to affordable birth control has strengthened the economic security of communities.
But some of the Kurds maintain a disconcerting confidence—one now strengthened by the U.S. airstrikes.
Historical Examples of strengthened
As our population has expanded, the Union has been cemented and strengthened.
The influences of religion have been multiplied and strengthened.
"Hamlet" is a drama of pathetic weakness, strengthened by a drama of revenge and jealousy.
The Man ShakespeareFrank Harris
The cashier's hand had been strengthened by Crane's contribution of evidence.
ThoroughbredsW. A. Fraser
The framework is of bamboo, strengthened and held taut with wire guys.
Flying MachinesW.J. Jackman and Thos. H. Russell
strengthen
- to make or become stronger