strengthen
/ˈstrɛŋkθən/
streng · then
ˈstrɛŋk · θən
English Definition
v. to make stronger
Significado en Español
fortalecer
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tăng cường
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Example Sentence
Exercise helps strengthen your muscles.
锻炼有助于增强你的肌肉。
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “strengthen”:
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A
reinforce
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B
weaken
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C
undermine
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D
debilitate
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A — reinforce.
“strengthen” means v. to make stronger
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
Lifting weights each day will slowly ______ the muscles in your arms.
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A
weaken
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B
strengthen
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C
tire
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D
drain
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B — strengthen.
“strengthen” means v. to make stronger
Common questions about “strengthen”
What does “strengthen” mean?
strengthen — v. to make stronger. In Chinese: 加强.
How do you pronounce “strengthen”?
strengthen is pronounced /ˈstrɛŋkθən/. It breaks into 2 syllables: streng · then.
How do you use “strengthen” in a sentence?
Exercise helps strengthen your muscles. (锻炼有助于增强你的肌肉。)
What are synonyms for “strengthen”?
reinforce, boost, fortify — all close in meaning to strengthen (v. to make stronger).
Is “strengthen” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. strengthen appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
