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strong

1 syllable · also stronger, strongest

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As an adjective, strong means capable of producing great physical force. As an adverb, it means in a strong manner.

Meanings of strong

28 meanings

Capable of producing great physical force.
“a big strong man; Jake was tall and strong”
Capable of withstanding great physical force.
“a strong foundation; good strong shoes”
of waterwindetc.Having a lot of power.
“The man was nearly drowned after a strong undercurrent swept him out to sea.”
Determined; unyielding.
“He is strong in the face of adversity.”
Highly stimulating to the senses.
“a strong light; a strong taste”
Having an offensive or intense odor or flavor.
“a strong smell”
Having a high concentration of an essential or active ingredient.
“a strong cup of coffee; a strong medicine”
specificallyHaving a high alcoholic content.
“a strong drink”
“She gets up, and pours herself a strong one. - Eagles, Lying Eyes”
grammarInflecting in a different manner than the one called weak, such as Germanic verbs which change vowels.
“a strong verb”
chemistryThat completely ionizes into anions and cations in a solution.
“a strong acid; a strong base”
militaryNot easily subdued or taken.
“a strong position”
Having wealth or resources.
“a strong economy”
slangUSImpressive, good.
“You're working with troubled youth in your off time? That’s strong!”
Having a specified number of people or units.
“The enemy's army force was five thousand strong.”