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noun
- 1. the quality or state of being physically strong: "cycling can help you build up your strength" Similar Opposite
- 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 Opposite
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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.
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.
Some common synonyms of strength are energy, force, might, and power. While all these words mean "the ability to exert effort," strength applies to the quality or property of a person or thing that makes possible the exertion of force or the withstanding of strain, pressure, or attack.
noun. the quality or state of being strong; bodily or muscular power. mental power, force, or vigor. moral power, firmness, or courage. power by reason of influence, authority, resources, numbers, etc. number, as of personnel or ships in a force or body: a regiment with a strength of 3000.
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).
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.
The strength of a person, organization, or country is the power or influence that they have. America values its economic leadership, and the political and military strength that goes with it. He urged followers to mass for a decisive show of strength the next day.
Definition of strength noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
the quality of being brave or determined in difficult situations: I think she showed great strength of character. He has a great deal of inner strength. strength noun (GOOD QUALITIES) a good quality or ability that makes someone or something effective: We all have our strengths and weaknesses.
a person that you can rely on to help, protect, and comfort you when you are in trouble. See strength in the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Check pronunciation: strength. Definition of strength noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary.
