strengthened

Thân thiện

The concrete was strengthened with steel bars.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Made stronger or more robust: Describes something that has been given increased physical strength, structural integrity, or resilience.
   • Given added support or reinforcement: Describes something that has been fortified, backed up, or made more secure, either physically or metaphorically.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The strengthened bridge could now withstand much heavier loads. (The bridge was made physically stronger.)
  • Her resolve was strengthened by the encouraging words of her mentor. (Her determination was made more firm and resilient.)
  • The strengthened alliance between the two countries led to greater economic cooperation. (The alliance was made more solid and secure.)

Advanced Usage

• "Strengthened by": Often used to indicate the means or cause of the reinforcement.
  • The team's bond was strengthened by their shared challenges.
• "Newly strengthened" or "recently strengthened": Used to emphasize a recent change or improvement in strength.
  • The company's newly strengthened position in the market is impressive.

Variants and Related Words

• Strengthen (verb): To make or become stronger.
  • Exercise helps to strengthen your muscles.
• Strengthening (noun/gerund): The process of making something stronger.
  • The strengthening of the law was necessary.
• Reinforced (adjective): A close synonym, especially for physical structures. (As in the reference context: ).

Synonyms

• Fortified: Made stronger against attack.
• Reinforced: Strengthened by adding extra material or support.
• Bolstered: Supported or strengthened.
• Consolidated: Made more solid, secure, or strong.

Antonyms

• Weakened: Made less strong.
• Undermined: Damaged or weakened, often secretly or gradually.
• Compromised: Made vulnerable or less effective.

Related Phrases

• Strengthen one's hand: To improve one's position or advantage in a situation.
  • The new evidence strengthened the prosecutor's hand.
• Strengthen ties: To make a relationship or connection more solid.
  • The visit was intended to strengthen diplomatic ties.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. given added strength or support
   • reinforced concrete contains steel bars or metal netting

Từ đồng nghĩa

• reinforced