strengthen
//ˈstrɛŋ.θən//
Verb
strengthenInfinitive
strengthenPresent tense
strengthenedPast tense
strengthenedPast participle
strengtheningPresent participle
strengthensThird-person singular
1
To make or become stronger in physical power, force, or structural integrity.
Regular exercise can strengthen your muscles.
2
To reinforce or intensify something abstract, such as a relationship, argument, or position.
Working together on the project helped strengthen our friendship.
3
To increase in value, effectiveness, or influence.
The dollar strengthened against the euro.