adjective
strong
strong
adjective
1
Physically powerful; capable of exerting or withstanding great force.
"You need to be strong to lift those weights."
"The bridge was built to be strong enough for heavy trucks."
2
Firm, determined, or resilient in character.
"She stayed strong through months of difficult treatment."
3
Intense in flavor, smell, or effect.
"He prefers his coffee strong, almost like espresso."
4
Convincing or well supported, as of an argument or case.
"The lawyer presented a strong case for the defense."
How to Use Strong
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHaving great power, force, intensity, or conviction.
Common pairings
strong argument
strong coffee
strong bond
strong economy
Word Forms
stronger comparative, strongest superlative
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Etymology
From Old English strang, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "tight" or "stiff" — the same root behind "string" and "strict."