strengthened
|strength/ened|
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/ˈstrɛŋkθənd/
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/ˈstrɛŋθənd/
(strengthen)
make stronger
Etymology
Etymology Information
'strengthen' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'strengþian', where 'strengþ' meant 'strength'.
Historical Evolution
'strengþian' transformed into the Middle English word 'strengthen', and eventually became the modern English word 'strengthen'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make strong or stronger', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'strengthen'.
The bridge was strengthened to withstand heavy traffic.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41