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- pronunciation:
- strengk
th
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streng
thn
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stren
thn
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- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
strengthens, strengthening, strengthened |
| definition: |
to make or grow strong or stronger.
Those muscles will strengthen if you do these exercises every day.You can strengthen your team by working together more closely.
- synonyms:
- fortify, heighten, intensify, nourish, reinforce
- antonyms:
- decrease, diminish, weaken
- similar words:
- arm, brace, build, develop, feed
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| related words: |
amplify, augment, better, buttress, cheer, progress |
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| derivation: |
strengthener (n.) |
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