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   strength

   /streNG(k)TH/

   noun

   • 1. the quality or state of being physically strong: "cycling can help you build up your strength" Similar powerbrawnbrawninessmusclemuscularityburlinesssturdinessrobustnesstoughnesshardinesslustinessvigorenergyforcemightforcefulnessmightinessinformal:beefwellyliterary:thewthewinessOpposite weaknesspuninessfrailty
   • ▪ the influence or power possessed by a person, organization, or country: "the political and military strength of European governments" Similar powerinfluencedominanceascendancysupremacyleverageinformal:cloutbeefliterary:puissanceOpposite weaknessimpotence
   • ▪ the degree of intensity of a feeling or belief: "the petition demonstrates the strength of feeling against the proposals" Similar intensityvehemenceforceforcefulnessdepthardorfervorviolencedegreelevelrare:fervencyardencyOpposite half-heartedness
   • ▪ the cogency of an argument or case: "the strength of the argument for property taxation" Similar cogencyforcefulnessforceweightpowerpotencypersuasivenesseffectivenessefficacysoundnessvalidityOpposite weaknessineffectiveness
   • ▪ the potency, intensity, or speed of a force or natural agency: "the wind had markedly increased in strength"
   • 2. the capacity of an object or substance to withstand great force or pressure: "they were taking no chances with the strength of the retaining wall" Similar robustnesssturdinessfirmnesstoughnesssoundnesssoliditysolidnessdurabilitystabilityimpregnabilityresistanceOpposite weakness
   • ▪ the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with situations or events that are distressing or difficult: "many people find strength in religion" Similar fortituderesiliencebackbonespiritstrength of charactertoughness of spiritfirmnesssteadfastnessstrong-mindednessstoicismcouragebraverypluckpluckinesscourageousnessbravenessDunkirk spiritinformal:gutsgritspunkOpposite vulnerability
   • 3. the potency or degree of concentration of a drug, chemical, or drink: "it's double the strength of your average beer"
   • 4. a good or beneficial quality or attribute of a person or thing: "the strengths and weaknesses of their sales and marketing operation" Similar strong pointadvantageassetfortestrong suitlong suitaptitudetalentgiftskillvirtuespecialityspecialtymétierOpposite failingfaultflawlimitation
   • ▪ a person or thing perceived as a source of mental or emotional support: literary "he was my closest friend, my strength and shield" Similar supporttower/pillar of strengthrockmainstayanchor
   • 5. the number of people comprising a group, typically a team or army: "the peacetime strength of the army was 415,000" Similar sizeextentmagnitudelargenessgreatnesscomplement
   • ▪ the number of people required to make a group complete: "we are now more than 100 officers below strength" Similar sizeextentmagnitudelargenessgreatnesscomplement

   Word Origin Old Englishstrengthu, from the Germanic base of strong.

   Derivatives

   • 1. strengthless adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › strengthStrength Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of STRENGTH is the quality or state of being strong : capacity for exertion or endurance. How to use strength in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Strength.

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   Strength is the property of being physically strong (you can do, say, 100 push-ups) or mentally strong (you can calculate percentages in your head while people are shouting at you). Strength has several shades of meaning.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSTRENGTH | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   the ability to do things that need a lot of physical or mental effort: She had the strength and stamina to take the lead and win the gold medal. Admitting you've made a mistake is a sign of strength, not weakness. He showed great strength of character when he refused to accept the bribes.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSTRENGTH definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Jul 16, 2016 · strength is inherent capacity to manifest energy, to endure, and to resist. power is capacity to do work and to act. force is the exercise of power: One has the power to do something. He exerts force when he does it. He has sufficient strength to complete it. might is power or strength in a great or overwhelming degree: the might of ...

6. www.thefreedictionary.com › strengthStrength - definition of strength by The Free Dictionary

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   strength. (strĕngkth, strĕngth, strĕnth) n. 1. The state or quality of being strong; physical power or capacity: the strength needed to lift a box. 2. The capacity to resist attack; impregnability: the strength of the ship's armor. 3. The capacity to resist strain or stress; durability: the strength of the cables. 4.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishstrength noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of strength noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   Strength Definition. The state or quality of being strong; force; power; vigor. The power to resist attack; impregnability. The power to resist strain, stress, etc.; toughness; durability. Legal, moral, or intellectual force or effectiveness. Capacity for producing a reaction or effect.

9. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSTRENGTH | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   a good quality or ability that makes someone or something effective: We all have our strengths and weaknesses. The great strength of this arrangement is its simplicity. strength noun (STRONG FEELING) how strong a feeling or opinion is: There is great strength of feeling against tax increases. strength noun (VALUE) the value of a country's money:

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    [countable] a quality or an ability that a person or thing has that gives them an advantage The ability to keep calm is one of her many strengths. the strengths and weaknesses of an argument The new weapon's strength lies in its accuracy. of natural force.

11. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › strengthstrength | meaning of strength in Longman Dictionary of...

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    COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 2: the quality of being brave or determined in dealing with difficult or unpleasant situations adjectives great strength She showed great strength in dealing with her problems. inner strength Geoff had an inner strength which got him through the tough times. mental strength He's a player who has the skill and the mental ...