STRENGTHENING definition: 1. present participle of strengthen 2. to make something stronger or more effective, or to become…. Learn more.

strengthening (ˈstrɛŋθənɪŋ) n 1. the reinforcing (of something) 2. the consolidation (of something)

The meaning of STRENGTHEN is to make stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc.. How to use strengthen in a sentence.

Definition of strengthen verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [intransitive, transitive] to become more powerful or effective; to make somebody/something more powerful …

She thought the stretching and strengthening exercises might help his ailing knees. It has a strengthening effect on the immune system.

/ˈstrɛŋθnɪŋ/ IPA guide Other forms: strengthenings Definitions of strengthening noun the act of increasing the strength of something synonyms: fortification

The winds are expected to strengthen. The storm is continuing to strengthen [=to become more powerful] as it approaches land. Her determination has strengthened. The economy is slowly …

1. buttress, reinforce, fortify, support. In Lists: Top 2000 English words, Opposite verbs, Vocabulaire , more... Synonyms: reinforce, fortify, shore up, back up, beef up, more...

STRENGTHEN definition: to make stronger; give strength to. See examples of strengthen used in a sentence.

• The first section focuses on changing counterproductive patterns of communication between parents and children, thus strengthening family relationships. • The quarrel only served to …