stronger
ˈstrɑːŋɡər
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Definition of stronger - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
strengthhaving greater physical power or force
  • She is stronger than her brother.
2.
durabilitymore durable or resilient
  • This material is stronger and lasts longer.
3.
intensitymore intense or forceful in effect
  • The medicine is stronger than the previous one.
4.
persuasionmore convincing or effective
  • Her argument was stronger than his.
compelling convincing persuasive
5.
comparisonbetter or more advantageous
  • This solution is stronger for our needs.
enhanced improved superior
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Expressions with stronger

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approach someone with excessive force or intensity
He tends to come on stronger during negotiations.
recover from a setback with improved performance
The team lost the first game but came back stronger in the second.
become known with improved condition after hardship
New leaders emerge stronger following the conflict.

Origin of stronger

Old English, strang (strong)

Terms with stronger included in their meaning

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nutrition
feel a stronger need for food
help support
help that makes something stronger or more effective
build up
make something stronger or more powerful
physiology
feel a stronger need to drink
deception
pretending to be stronger to mislead others
power or ability
become stronger or more powerful over time
competition
be in a better or stronger position than others
general action
act of making something stronger

Examples of stronger in a sentence

  • This material is stronger than the previous one.
  • This alloy is stronger than the previous one.
  • The new fabric is stronger and more resistant to wear.
  • We need a stronger signal in this room.
  • Her warning became stronger after the second mistake.
  • The evidence presented was stronger than expected.

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  1. French:plus fort, plus résistant, ...
  2. German:stärker, haltbarer, ...
  3. Italian:più forte, più durevole, ...
  4. Spanish:más fuerte, más duradero, ...
  5. Portuguese:mais forte, mais durável, ...
  6. Chinese:更强壮的, 更耐用的, ...
  7. Japanese:強い, 丈夫な, ...
  8. Arabic:أَقْوَى, أَكْثَر مُتانَة, ...
  9. Hebrew:חָזָק יוֹתֵר, עָצְמָתִי יוֹתֵר, ...
  10. Russian:сильный, прочный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:сильніший, міцніший, ...
  12. Hindi:अधिक ताकतवर, मजबूत, ...
strong
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Definition of strong - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
strengthcapable of producing great physical force
  • The strong man lifted the heavy weights.
powerful robust sturdy
2.
powerpossessing power, might, or strength
  • The strong leader inspired the team.
mighty powerful
3.
durabilityable to withstand great force or pressure
  • The bridge is strong enough to handle the traffic..
durable resilient sturdy

Adverb

1.
forcefullywith great force or intensity
  • The wind blew strong during the storm.
forcefully powerfully
2.
effectivelyin a powerful or effective way
  • She argued strong for her beliefs.
effectively powerfully vigorously
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Expressions with strong

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ability to eat or drink without feeling sick
He has a strong stomach and can eat anything.
area where someone is very skilled
Mathematics is his strong suit.
being together makes us powerful and effective
United we are strong, so let's work together.
something someone is not good at
Math is not his strong suit.
continuing to be healthy or successful
After 50 years, their friendship is still going strong.
continue to be healthy or successful
After 10 years, their business is still going strong.

Origin of strong

Old English, strang (strong)

Examples of strong in a sentence

  • She admired the strong coffee flavor.
  • The strong wind knocked down several trees.
  • She has a strong influence in the community.
  • This material is strong and durable.
  • The strong frame supports the entire structure.
  • He was strong in his convictions.

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  1. French:fort, avec force, ...
  2. German:stark, nachdrücklich, ...
  3. Italian:forte, intensamente, ...
  4. Spanish:fuerte, fuertemente, ...
  5. Portuguese:forte, fortemente, ...
  6. Chinese:强壮, 猛烈, ...
  7. Japanese:力強い, 強く, ...
  8. Arabic:قَوِيّ, بِشِدَّة, ...
  9. Hebrew:חָזָק, בַּחוֹזְקָה, ...
  10. Russian:сильный, сильно, ...
  11. Ukrainian:сильний, сильно, ...
  12. Hindi:मज़बूत, प्रबलता से, ...

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