strength Pronunciation: ˈstreŋ(k)th, ˈstren(t)th Function: noun Inflected Form(s): plural strengths ˈstreŋ(k)ths, ˈstren(t)ths, ˈstreŋks Etymology: Middle English strengthe, from Old English strengthu; akin to Old High German strengi strong — more at strong Date: before 12th century 1 : the quality or state of being strong : capacity for exertion or endurance 2 : power to resist force : solidity, toughness 3 : power of resisting attack : impregnability 4 a : legal, logical, or moral force b : a strong attribute or inherent asset 5 a : degree of potency of effect or of concentration b : intensity of light, color, sound, or odor c : vigor of expression 6 : force as measured in numbers : effective numbers of any body or organization 7 : one regarded as embodying or affording force or firmness : support 8 : maintenance of or a rising tendency in a price level : firmness of prices 9 : basis —used in the phrase on the strength of synonyms See Synonym Discussion at power — from strength to strength : vigorously forward : from one high point to the next
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