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(strɒŋ, US strɔːŋ)
Word forms: comparative stronger (strɒŋgəʳ, US strɔːŋgər), superlative strongest (strɒŋgɪst, US strɔːŋgɪst)
1. adjective
Someone who is strong is healthy with good muscles and can move or carry heavy things, or do hard physical work.
I'm not strong enough to carry him.
I feared I wouldn't be able to control such a strong horse.
Synonyms: powerful, muscular, tough, capable More Synonyms of strong
2. adjective
Someone who is strong is confident and determined, and is not easily influenced or worried by other people.
He is sharp and manipulative with a strong personality.
It's up to managers to be strong and do what they believe is right.
Eventually I felt strong enough to look at him.
Synonyms: self-confident, determined, tough, brave More Synonyms of strong
3. adjective
Strong objects or materials are not easily broken and can support a lot of weight or resist a lot of strain.
The vacuum flask has a strong casing, which won't crack or chip.
Glue the mirror in with a strong adhesive.
The fabric is strong enough to withstand harsh processing.
strongly adverb [ADVERB -ed]
The fence was very strongly built, with very large posts.
4. adjective
A strong wind, current, or other force has a lot of power or speed, and can cause heavy thingsto move.
Strong winds and torrential rain combined to make conditions terrible for golfersin the Scottish Open.
A fairly strong current seemed to be moving the whole boat.
A neutron star has a gravitational field strong enough to generate X-rays.
Synonyms: forceful, powerful, intense, vigorous More Synonyms of strong
strongly adverb [ADVERB with verb]
The metal is strongly attracted to the surface.
5. adjective
A strong impression or influence has a great effect on someone.
We're glad if our music makes a strong impression, even if it's a negative one.
There will be a strong incentive to enter into a process of negotiation.
Teenage idols have a strong influence on our children.
We had strong family traditions; we couldn't escape them.
Synonyms: convincing, persuasive, powerful, effective More Synonyms of strong
strongly adverb [ADVERB with verb]
He is strongly influenced by Spanish painters such as Goya and El Greco.
They were so determined to learn and they were so strongly motivated.
6. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
If you have strong opinions on something or express them using strong words, you have extreme or very definite opinions which you are willing to express or defend.
It was hard to find a jury who did not already hold strong views on the tragedy.
There has been strong criticism of the military regime.
I am a strong supporter of the NHS.
The newspaper condemned the campaign in extremely strong language.
It's bad judgment, but it's not treason. I think treason is too strong a word.
strongly adverb [usually ADVERB with verb]
Obviously you feel very strongly about this.
We are strongly opposed to the presence of troops in this region.
The police have strongly criticised the football authorities.
The presidents issued a strongly-worded statement in support of the government.
7. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
If someone in authority takes strong action, they act firmly and severely.
The government has said it will take strong action against any further strikes.
He has also said he will have to become a strong President to put things right.
Synonyms: decisive, firm, forceful, decided More Synonyms of strong
8. adjective
If there is a strong case or argument for something, it is supported by a lot of evidence.
The testimony presented offered a strong case for acquitting her on grounds of self-defense.
The evidence that such investment promotes growth is strong.
Synonyms: persuasive, convincing, compelling, telling More Synonyms of strong
strongly adverb [ADVERB with verb, ADVERB adjective/adverb]
He argues strongly for retention of NATO as a guarantee of peace.
These are conditions said by doctors to be strongly indicative of heart failure.
9. adjective
If there is a strong possibility or chance that something is true or will happen, it is very likely to be true or to happen.
There is a strong possibility that the cat ate contaminated pet food.
10. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Your strong points are your best qualities or talents, or the things you are good at.
Discretion is not Jeremy's strong point.
Even in the area of foreign policy, his strong suit, he failed to deliver.
Cynics argue that the E.U. is stronger on rhetoric than on concrete action. [+ on]
11. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
A strong competitor, candidate, or team is good or likely to succeed.
She was a strong contender for Britain's rowing team.
Some countries where English is becoming a strong competitor to French, such as Algeriaand Senegal, may see an immediate halt to the council's work.
They've got a strong squad and some great players.
This show has several strengths–notably a strong cast.
12. adjective
If a relationship or link is strong, it is close and likely to last for a long time.
He felt he had a relationship strong enough to talk frankly to Sarah.
This has tested our marriage, and we have come through it stronger than ever.
It is fairly easy for executive directors to develop strong ties with investors.
Synonyms: secure, established, solid, stable More Synonyms of strong
13. adjective
A strong currency, economy, or industry has a high value or is very successful.
Investment performance was strong across the board last year.
The local economy is strong and the population is growing.
The company was not financially strong enough to be floated on the Stock Exchange.
Synonyms: stable, secure, safe, solid More Synonyms of strong
14. adjective
If something is a strong element or part of something else, it is an important or large part of it.
We are especially encouraged by the strong representation of women in technology.
There is a strong element of truth to each of these explanations.
15. adjective
You can use strong when you are saying how many people there are in a group. For example, if a group is twenty strong, there are twenty people in it.
Ukraine indicated that it would establish its own army, 400,000 strong.
...a 1,000-strong crowd.
16. adjective
A strong drink, chemical, or drug contains a lot of the particular substance which makes iteffective.
Strong coffee or tea late at night may cause sleeplessness.
In strong concentrations it can cause nausea and vomiting.
17. adjective
A strong colour, flavour, smell, sound, or light is intense and easily noticed.
As she went past there was a gust of strong perfume.
Strong colours would flatter her pale skin and dark hair.
Munster is among the strongest cheeses in France.
strongly adverb [ADVERB with verb]
He leaned over her, smelling strongly of sweat.
The effect only works well with strongly coloured subjects.
18. adjective
If someone has a strong accent, they speak in a distinctive way that shows very clearly what country or region they come from.
'Good, Mr Ryle,' he said in English with a strong French accent.
Synonyms: distinct, marked, clear, unmistakable More Synonyms of strong
19. adjective
You can say that someone has strong features or a strong face if their face has large, distinctive features.
He had a strong nose and olive-black eyes.
20. 
See come on strong
21. 
See going strong
More Synonyms of strong

strong in British English

(strɒŋ)
adjectiveWord forms: stronger (ˈstrɒŋɡə) or strongest (ˈstrɒŋɡɪst)
1. 
involving or possessing physical or mental strength
2. 
solid or robust in construction; not easily broken or injured
3. 
having a resolute will or morally firm and incorruptible character
4. 
intense in quality; not faint or feeble
a strong voice
a strong smell
5. 
easily defensible; incontestable or formidable
6. 
concentrated; not weak or diluted
7. 
a. (postpositive)
containing or having a specified number
a navy 40 000 strong
b. 
(in combination)
a 40 000-strong navy
8. 
having an unpleasantly powerful taste or smell
9. 
having an extreme or drastic effect
strong discipline
10. 
emphatic or immoderate
strong language
11. 
convincing, effective, or cogent
12. 
(of a colour) having a high degree of saturation or purity; being less saturated than a vivid colour but more so than a moderate colour; produced by a concentrated quantity of colouring agent
13.  grammar
a. 
denoting or belonging to a class of verbs, in certain languages including the Germanic languages, whose conjugation shows vowel gradation, as sing, sang, sung
b. 
belonging to any part-of-speech class, in any of various languages, whose inflections follow the less regular of two possible patterns
Compare weak (sense 10)
14. 
(of a wind, current, etc) moving fast
15. 
(of a syllable) accented or stressed
16. 
(of an industry, market, currency, securities, etc) firm in price or characterizedby firm or increasing prices
17. 
(of certain acids and bases) producing high concentrations of hydrogen or hydroxide ions in aqueous solution
18.  Irish
prosperous; well-to-do (esp in the phrase a strong farmer)
19.  have a strong stomach
adverb
20.  informal
in a strong way; effectively
going strong
21.  come on strong
Derived forms
strongish (ˈstrongish)
adjective
strongly (ˈstrongly)
adverb
strongness (ˈstrongness)
noun
Word origin
Old English strang; related to Old Norse strangr, Middle High German strange, Lettish strans courageous

strong in American English

(strɔŋ)
adjective
1. 
a. 
physically powerful; having great muscular strength; robust
b. 
in a healthy and sound condition; hale; hearty
2. 
a. 
performing well or in a normal manner
a strong heart
b. 
not easily affected or upset
a strong stomach
3. 
morally powerful; having strength of character or will
4. 
a. 
intellectually powerful; able to think vigorously and clearly
b. 
having special competence or ability (in a specified area)
to be strong in botany
5. 
governing or leading with firm authority; authoritarian
6. 
a. 
powerfully made, built, or constituted; tough; firm; durable
a strong wall, a strong fabric
b. 
holding firmly; tenacious
a strong grip
c. 
binding tightly
strong glue
7. 
a. 
hard to capture; able to resist and endure attack
a strong fort
b. 
not easily defeated; formidable
a strong opponent
c. 
not easily dislodged; deep-rooted
strong prejudice
8. 
having many resources; powerful in wealth, numbers, supplies, etc.
a strong nation
9. 
of a specified number; reaching a certain degree in number or strength
a task force 6,000 strong
10. 
having a powerful effect; drastic
strong measures
11. 
having a large amount of its essential quality; not weak or diluted
strong coffee
12. 
affecting the senses powerfully; intense
a strong light, strong smell, etc.
13. 
having an offensive taste or smell; rank
strong butter
14. 
firm and loud
a strong voice
15. 
intense in degree or quality; not mild
; specif.,
a. 
ardent; passionate; warm
strong affection
b. 
forceful; persuasive; cogent
strong reasons
c. 
felt deeply; pronounced; decided
a strong opinion
d. 
vigorously active; zealous
a strong socialist
e. 
vigorous, forthright, and unambiguous, often offensively so
strong language
f. 
clear; distinct; marked
a strong resemblance
g. 
receiving or showing emphasis or stress
a strong accent or beat
16. 
moving rapidly and with force
a strong wind
17. 
having high powers of magnification
strong lenses
18. 
tending toward higher prices
said of a stock or stock market
19.  Chemistry
having a high ion concentration, as certain acids and bases
20.  Grammar
in English and other Germanic languages, designating or of verbs that express variation in tense chiefly by internal change of a syllabic vowel rather than by the addition of inflectional endings; irregular (Ex.: swim, swam, swum; drive, drove, driven)
see also weak (sense 15)
adverb
21. 
in a strong manner; greatly; severely; with force
Idioms:
come on strong
Derived forms
strongish (ˈstrongish)
adjective
strongly (ˈstrongly)
adverb
Word origin
ME < OE strang, akin to ON strangr, strong, severe, Ger streng, severe < IE base *strenk-, *streng-, tense, taut > string, Gr strangos, twisted, L stringere, to draw taut

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strong as an ox

Examples of 'strong' in a sentence
strong

The currents proved too strong and he was forced to turn back.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The secret of success seems to be strong motivation and good teaching.
Westcott, Patsy Alternative Health Care for Women (1991)
We will emerge different but in some ways stronger.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
This will help you notice passages that are less strong.
The Sun (2013)
He says he feels much stronger at the weight and is punching harder in the gym.
The Sun (2008)
What we need is strong government and clear direction.
The Sun (2010)
The result is an intriguing hybrid between wine and cider with a strong individual character.
Lockspeiser, Jerry & Gear, Jackie Thorsons Organic Wine Guide (1991)
The likely strong pace will be right up her street.
The Sun (2015)
The idea of the knowledge economy requires a strong higher education sector.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
We have to be strong because they will try to win.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
On the other hand a test may confirm very strong suspicions based on other evidence.
Orton, Christine Eczema Relief - the comprehensive self-help plan (1990)
You have to be strong enough to squeeze your body in all the time.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Time for an investor in drinks companies to reach for something stronger?
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
You have played a lot of strong female roles.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It shows that the appetite for infrastructure deals is still very strong.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
The nations who have not done so well here will come back stronger.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
He knows how strong he needs to be and he showed his quality.
The Sun (2014)
Rescue divers battled strong currents as they tried to get into the ship.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
It was very good but awfully strong.
Lesley Adkins EMPIRES OF THE PLAIN: Henry Rawlinson and the Lost Languages of Babylon (2003)
The recovery will be delayed and the rebound less strong than it might have been.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
It will take a strong character to bring harmony.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
The notion of the strong domestic economy as the basis for international competitiveness hasinfluenced much government thinking.
Tom Cannon Basic Marketing. Principles and Practice (1986)
In selecting his subjects he looks for the way strong light defines the shapes and colours in a composition.
Bulgin, Sally Acrylics Masterclass (1994)
They have written to the governing body and in the strongest terms made clear thatthey feel they have been targeted.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
You feel stronger and more determined.
The Sun (2008)

In other languages
strong

British English: strong /strɒŋ/ ADJECTIVE
person Someone who is strong is healthy with good muscles.
I'm not strong enough to carry him.
  • American English: strong
  • Arabic: قَوِيّ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: forte
  • Chinese: 强壮的
  • Croatian: jak
  • Czech: silný
  • Danish: stærk
  • Dutch: sterk
  • European Spanish: fuerte poderoso
  • Finnish: vahva
  • French: fort pas faible
  • German: stark
  • Greek: δυνατός
  • Italian: forte potente
  • Japanese: 強い
  • Korean: 튼튼한
  • Norwegian: sterk
  • Polish: silny
  • European Portuguese: forte
  • Romanian: puternic
  • Russian: сильный
  • Latin American Spanish: fuerte
  • Swedish: stark
  • Thai: แข็งแรง
  • Turkish: güçlü
  • Ukrainian: сильний
  • Vietnamese: khỏe
British English: strong /strɒŋ/ ADJECTIVE
object Strong things are not easy to break.
This strong plastic will not crack.
  • American English: strong
  • Arabic: قَوِيّ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: forte
  • Chinese: 结实的
  • Croatian: čvrst
  • Czech: pevný
  • Danish: stærk
  • Dutch: sterk
  • European Spanish: fuerte
  • Finnish: vahva
  • French: solide
  • German: stark
  • Greek: σκληρός
  • Italian: forte
  • Japanese: 頑丈な
  • Korean: 단단한
  • Norwegian: sterk
  • Polish: mocny
  • European Portuguese: resistente
  • Romanian: rezistent
  • Russian: прочный
  • Latin American Spanish: resistente
  • Swedish: stark
  • Thai: แข็ง
  • Turkish: güçlü
  • Ukrainian: міцний
  • Vietnamese: chắc

All related terms of 'strong'

strong-arm
If you refer to someone's behaviour as strong-arm tactics or methods , you disapprove of it because it consists of using threats or force in order to achieve something.
strong gale
a strong wind of force nine on the Beaufort scale , reaching speeds of 47–54 mph: capable of causing minor structural damage to buildings
strong meat
anything arousing fear, anger , repulsion , etc, except among a tolerant or receptive minority
strong side
the side of the court with more players
strong suit
something that one excels in
strong view
Your views on something are the beliefs or opinions that you have about it, for example whether you think it is good, bad , right, or wrong .
extra-strong
stronger than average ; very strong
going strong
If someone or something is still going strong , they are still alive , in good condition , or popular after a long time.
strong breeze
a wind of force six on the Beaufort scale , reaching speeds of 25–31 mph
strong drink
alcoholic drink
strong force
→ strong interaction
strong-minded
If you describe someone as strong-minded , you approve of them because they have their own firm attitudes and opinions , and are not easily influenced by other people.
strong point
something at which one excels ; forte
strong pound
The pound is the unit of money which is used in the UK. It is represented by the symbol £. One UK pound is divided into a hundred pence . Some other countries, for example Egypt , also have a unit of money called a pound .
strong safety
a safety positioned opposite the strong side who usually covers the tight end
strong sense
If you have a sense of something such as duty or justice, you are aware of it and believe it is important.
strong signal
A signal is a gesture , sound, or action which is intended to give a particular message to the person who sees or hears it.
strong squad
A squad is a group of players from which a sports team will be chosen .
strong waters
an archaic name for alcoholic drink
strong-willed
Someone who is strong-willed has a lot of determination and always tries to do what they want , even though other people may advise them not to.
strong emotions
An emotion is a feeling such as happiness, love , fear , anger , or hatred , which can be caused by the situation that you are in or the people you are with.
strong evidence
Evidence is anything that you see, experience, read , or are told that causes you to believe that something is true or has really happened .
strong feeling
Your feelings about something are the things that you think and feel about it, or your attitude towards it.
strong forward
→ power forward
strong message
The message that someone is trying to communicate , for example in a book or play, is the idea or point that they are trying to communicate.
strong recovery
When there is a recovery in a country's economy, it improves .
come on strong
If someone comes on strong , they make their intentions or feelings clear in an excessive or aggressive way.
strong-eye dog
a dog trained to control sheep by its gaze
strong influence
To have an influence on people or situations means to affect what they do or what happens .
strong interaction
an interaction between elementary particles responsible for the forces between nucleons in the nucleus . It operates at distances less than about 10 –15 metres , and is about a hundred times more powerful than the electromagnetic interaction
strong personality
If someone has personality or is a personality , they have a strong and lively character.
strong possibility
If you say there is a possibility that something is the case or that something will happen, you mean that it might be the case or it might happen.
strong as an ox
extremely strong
someone's strong suit
a person's greatest talent , most conspicuous character trait , etc.
strong nuclear force
an interaction between elementary particles responsible for the forces between nucleons in the nucleus . It operates at distances less than about 10 –15 metres , and is about a hundred times more powerful than the electromagnetic interaction
strongroom
a specially designed room in which valuables are locked for safety
have a strong stomach
not to be prone to nausea
strong nuclear interaction
an interaction between elementary particles responsible for the forces between nucleons in the nucleus . It operates at distances less than about 10 –15 metres , and is about a hundred times more powerful than the electromagnetic interaction
eye dog
a dog trained to control sheep by staring fixedly at them
as good (or tough or strong, etc.) as they come
among the best (or toughest , strongest , etc.)

Chinese translation of 'strong'

strong

(strɔŋ)

adj

  1. [person, arms, grip] 有力的 (yǒulì de)
  2. (= healthy) 强(強)健的 (qiángjiàn de)
    ⇒ He was very strong when he was young. 他年轻时身体很强壮。 (Tā niánqīng shí shēntǐ hěn qiángzhuàng.)
    ⇒ Next week you may travel, when you are a little stronger. 下星期你身体稍稍好一些就可以出去旅行了。 (Xià xīngqī nǐ shēntǐ shāoshāo hǎo yīxiē jiù kěyǐ chūqù lǚxíng le.)
  3. [object, material] 牢固的 (láogù de)
  4. [wind, current] 强(強)劲(勁)的 (qiángjìng de)
    1. [drug] 强(強)劲(勁)的 (qiángjìng de)
    2. [alcoholic drink] 烈性的 (lièxìng de)
    3. [chemical, non-alcoholic drink] 浓(濃)的 (nóng de)
  6. [impression, influence] 感染力强(強)的 (gǎnrǎnlì qiáng de)
  7. [opinion, view, supporter] 坚(堅)定的 (jiāndìng de)
  8. [smell, taste, flavour] 浓(濃)郁(鬱)的 (nóngyù de)
  9. [protest, measures] 激烈的 (jīliè de)
  10. [personality] 强(強)的 (qiáng de)
  11. [desire, reaction] 强(強)烈的 (qíngliè de)
  12. (= likely to succeed) 强(強)有力的 (qiángyǒulì de)
    ⇒ She is a strong contender for the team. 她是入选队伍强有力的竞争者。 (Tā shì rùxuǎn duìwǔ qiángyǒulì de jìngzhēngzhě.)

adv

  1. to be going strong [place, activity] 状(狀)态(態)良好 (zhuàngtài liánghǎo) [person] 身体(體)硬朗 (shēntǐ yìnglǎng)
strong language 激烈的措辞(辭) (jīliè de cuòcí)
his/her strong point(s) 他/她的长(長)处(處) (tā/tā de chángchu)
they were 50 strong 他们(們)多达(達)50人 (tāmen duōdá wǔshí rén)

All related terms of 'strong'

strong language
激烈的措辞(辭) jīliè de cuòcí
a strong point
长(長)处(處) chángchù
they were 50 strong
他们(們)多达(達)50人 tāmen duōdá wǔshí rén
to be going strong
( place, activity ) 状(狀)态(態)良好 zhuàngtài liánghǎo
to bear a strong resemblance to
与(與) ... 极(極)其相似 yǔ ... jíqí xiāngsì
to have a strong/German accent
带(帶)有浓(濃)重的/德国(國)口音 dài yǒu nóngzhòng de/Déguó kǒuyīn
to have strong/divided loyalties
非常忠诚(誠)/部分的忠诚(誠) fēicháng zhōngchéng/bùfèn de zhōngchéng
there's a strong case for/against reform
有强(強)烈支持/反对(對)改革的理由 yǒu qiángliè zhīchí/fǎnduì gǎigé de lǐyóu
his/her strong point(s)
他/她的长(長)处(處) tā/tā de chángchu
1 (adjective) 
Definition
having physical power
I'm not strong enough to carry him.
Synonyms
powerful
He had a deep, powerful voice.
muscular
tanned muscular legs
tough
He's small, but he's tough, and I expect him to do well in the match.
capable
athletic
She was tall, with an athletic build.
strapping
He was a bricklayer - a big, strapping fellow.
hardy
They grew up to be farmers, round-faced and hardy.
sturdy
She was a short, sturdy woman in her early sixties.
stout
a great stout fellow, big in brawn and bone
stalwart
I was never in any danger with my stalwart bodyguard around me.
burly
He was a big, burly man.
beefy (informal)
The place was packed with beefy ex-footballers.
virile
a tall, virile man with rugged good looks
Herculean
sinewy
a short, sinewy young man
brawny
Oscar turned out to be a brawny young man.
swole (slang)
tanned muscular legs
hench (informal)
tanned muscular legs
Opposites
weak
,
feeble
,
puny
,
delicate
,
frail
,
ineffectual
,
namby-pamby
2 (adjective) 
Definition
(of an economy, an industry, a currency, etc.) growing, successful, or increasing in value
It took me a long while to feel well and strong again.
Synonyms
fit
It will take a very fit person to beat me.
sound
His body was still sound.
healthy
She had a normal pregnancy and delivered a healthy child.
thriving
He now owns a thriving antique business.
blooming
robust
His robust physique counts for much in the modern game.
hale (old-fashioned)
looking hale and hearty
in good shape
in good condition
lusty
his lusty singing in the open park
fighting fit
in fine fettle
hale and hearty
fit as a fiddle
I'm fit as a fiddle with energy to spare.
3 (adjective) 
Definition
(of a person) self-confident
Eventually I felt strong enough to look at him.
Synonyms
self-confident
determined
tough
She is tough and ambitious.
brave
brave people who dare to challenge the tyrannical regimes
aggressive
courageous
She is clearly a very tough and courageous woman.
high-powered
forceful
resilient
I'm a resilient kind of person.
feisty (informal)
resolute
resourceful
tenacious
He is regarded as a persistent and tenacious interviewer.
plucky
The plucky schoolgirl amazed doctors by hanging on to life.
hard-nosed (informal)
steadfast
unyielding
his unyielding attitude on this subject
hard as nails
self-assertive
stout-hearted
two-fisted
firm in spirit
Opposites
timid
,
spineless
, unassertive,
uncommitted
,
characterless
,
faint-hearted
,
lacking drive
, unimpassioned
4 (adjective) 
Definition
not easily broken or injured
Around its summit, a strong wall had been built.
Synonyms
durable
Fine bone china is strong and durable.
substantial
those fortunate enough to have a fairly substantial property to sell
sturdy
The camera was mounted on a sturdy tripod.
reinforced
heavy-duty
well-built
The suspect is well built, of medium height, and with dark hair.
well-armed
hard-wearing
hard-wearing cotton shirts
well-protected
on a firm foundation
Opposites
fragile
,
delicate
,
frail
,
flimsy
, fine,
weak
,
feeble
,
brittle
,
dainty
,
easily broken
,
breakable
,
frangible
5 (adjective) 
Definition
great in degree or intensity
A strong current seemed to be moving the whole boat.
Synonyms
forceful
He was a man of forceful character.
powerful
in the grip of a powerful emotion
intense
He was sweating from the intense heat.
vigorous
The choir and orchestra gave a vigorous performance of Haydn's oratorio.
6 (adjective) 
Definition
(of arguments) supported by evidence
There will be a strong incentive to enter into negotiations.
Synonyms
convincing
Scientists say there is no convincing evidence for this theory.
persuasive
a persuasive argument against reform
powerful
a powerful drama about a corrupt city leader
effective
You can't make an effective argument if all you do is stridently voice your opinion.
compelling
He puts forward a compelling argument against the policy.
potent
a potent electoral message
plausible
That explanation seems entirely plausible to me.
forceful
This is a forceful argument for joining them.
weighty
7 (adjective) 
Definition
having an extreme or drastic effect
She is known to hold strong views on Cuba.
Synonyms
extreme
The scheme was rejected as being too extreme.
radical
periods of radical change
drastic
Drastic measures are needed.
strict
French privacy laws are very strict.
harsh
harsh laws governing the behaviour of ordinary citizens
rigid
My father is very rigid in his thinking.
forceful
uncompromising
She is considered a tough and uncompromising negotiator.
Draconian
draconian censorship laws
unbending
her unbending opposition to the old regime
8 (adjective) 
The government will take strong action against any further strikes.
Synonyms
decisive
Firm decisive action will be taken to end the incident.
firm
The quick handshake was firm and cool.
forceful
decided
a man of very decided opinions
determined
He is making a determined effort to regain lost ground.
severe
The fence collapsed during the recent severe weather.
resolute
a decisive and resolute international leader
incisive
9 (adjective) 
The evidence that such investment promotes growth is strong.
Synonyms
persuasive
convincing
compelling
telling
Someone's attitude to wait staff is a telling clue to their personality.
great
clear
sound
effective
urgent
His mother leaned forward and spoke to him in urgent undertones.
formidable
She looked every bit as formidable as her mother.
potent
well-established
clear-cut
overpowering
his overpowering manner
weighty
well-founded
redoubtable
He is a redoubtable fighter.
trenchant
His comment was trenchant and perceptive.
cogent
He makes a cogent argument for a more egalitarian education system.
10 (adjective) 
Definition
(of a relationship) stable and likely to last
He felt he had a relationship strong enough to talk frankly to Sarah.
Synonyms
secure
demands for secure wages and employment
established
solid
Some solid evidence was what was required.
stable
a stable marriage
reliable
She was efficient and reliable.
tried-and-true
11 (adjective) 
Definition
(of a relationship) stable and likely to last
The local economy is strong and the population is growing.
Synonyms
stable
secure
Shelves are only as secure as their fixings.
safe
We are assured by our engineers that the building is safe.
solid
I stared up at the square, solid house.
robust
solvent
They're going to have to show that the company is now solvent.
12 (adjective) 
Definition
concentrated
strong aftershave
Synonyms
pungent
The more herbs you use, the more pungent the sauce will be.
powerful
concentrated
pure
undiluted
industrial-strength mainly humorous)
Opposites
weak
,
mild
,
bland
,
tasteless
,
vapid
13 (adjective) 
Definition
having a powerful taste or smell
It's a good strong flavour, without being overpowering.
Synonyms
highly-flavoured
hot
He loved hot curries.
spicy
Thai food is hot and spicy.
piquant
a mixed salad with a piquant dressing
biting
sharp
a colourless, almost odourless liquid with a sharp, sweetish taste
heady
heady with the smell of flowers and blossom.
overpowering
There was an overpowering smell of garlic.
intoxicating
intoxicating liquor
highly-seasoned
14 (adjective) 
Definition
committed or fervent
He has a strong interest in paintings and owns a fine collection.
Synonyms
keen
Competition is keen for these awards.
deep
She gave him a long deep look.
acute
His relaxed exterior hides an extremely acute mind.
eager
He looked at the crowd of eager faces around him.
fervent
zealous
She was a zealous worker for charitable bodies.
vehement
15 (adjective) 
Definition
committed or fervent
Having strong unrequited feelings for someone is hard.
Synonyms
intense
Her reaction to the news was more intense than I had imagined.
deep
rich, deep colours
passionate
He made a passionate speech about his commitment to peace.
ardent
an ardent lover
fierce
He inspires fierce loyalty in his friends.
profound
The overwhelming feeling is profound shock and anger.
forceful
fervent
a fervent admirer of her work
deep-rooted
vehement
There has been widespread and vehement condemnation of the attack.
fervid
16 (adjective) 
Definition
committed or fervent
The Deputy Prime Minister is a strong supporter of the plan.
Synonyms
staunch
He's a staunch supporter of controls on government spending.
firm
earnest
Rupert was an earnest young man.
keen
a keen amateur photographer
dedicated
fierce
ardent
an ardent opponent of the war
eager
loyal
She was always such a loyal friend.
enthusiastic
The band drew a huge and enthusiastic crowd.
passionate
fervent
steadfast
a steadfast friend
17 (adjective) 
Definition
(of an accent) distinct and indicating where the speaker comes from
She spoke English with a strong French accent.
Synonyms
distinct
There was a distinct change in her attitude.
marked
There has been a marked increase in crimes against property.
clear
It was a clear case of mistaken identity.
unmistakable
the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee
Opposites
slight
,
delicate
,
faint
18 (adjective) 
Definition
(of a colour) very bright and intense
strong colours
Synonyms
bright
I was convinced that he was brighter than average.
brilliant
The event was held in brilliant sunshine.
dazzling
He gave a dazzling performance.
loud
He liked to shock with his earrings and loud clothes.
bold
bold, dramatic colours
stark
glaring
She was clearly uneasy under the glaring camera lights.
Opposites
pale
,
dull
,
insipid
,
pastel
,
washed-out

Additional synonyms

in the sense of acute
Definition
penetrating in perception or insight
His relaxed exterior hides an extremely acute mind.
Synonyms
perceptive,
sharp,
keen,
smart,
sensitive,
clever,
subtle,
piercing,
penetrating,
discriminating,
discerning,
ingenious,
astute,
intuitive,
canny,
incisive,
insightful,
observant,
perspicacious (formal),
on the ball (informal)
in the sense of ardent
Definition
passionate
an ardent lover
Synonyms
passionate,
warm,
spirited,
intense,
flaming,
fierce,
fiery,
hot,
fervent,
impassioned,
emotional,
ablaze,
lusty,
vehement,
amorous,
hot-blooded,
warm-blooded,
fervid
in the sense of ardent
Definition
intensely enthusiastic
an ardent opponent of the war
Synonyms
enthusiastic,
keen,
eager,
avid,
zealous,
keen as mustard

Synonyms of 'strong'

strong

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Additional synonyms

in the sense of athletic
Definition
physically fit or strong
She was tall, with an athletic build.
Synonyms
fit,
strong,
powerful,
healthy,
active,
trim,
strapping,
robust,
vigorous,
energetic,
muscular,
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
two-fisted,
sturdy,
husky (informal),
lusty,
herculean,
sinewy,
brawny,
able-bodied,
well-proportioned
in the sense of beefy
Definition
muscular
The place was packed with beefy ex-footballers.
Synonyms
brawny,
strong,
powerful,
athletic,
strapping,
robust,
hefty (informal),
muscular,
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
sturdy,
stalwart,
bulky,
burly,
stocky,
hulking,
well-built,
herculean,
sinewy,
thickset
in the sense of bold
Definition
standing out distinctly
bold, dramatic colours
Synonyms
bright,
conspicuous,
strong,
striking,
loud,
prominent,
lively,
pronounced,
colourful,
vivid,
flashy,
eye-catching,
salient,
showy
in the sense of brave
Definition
having or displaying courage, resolution, or daring
brave people who dare to challenge the tyrannical regimes
Synonyms
courageous,
daring,
bold,
heroic,
adventurous,
gritty,
fearless,
resolute,
gallant,
gutsy (slang),
audacious,
intrepid,
valiant,
plucky,
undaunted,
unafraid,
unflinching,
dauntless,
ballsy (taboo, slang),
lion-hearted,
valorous
in the sense of brawny
Oscar turned out to be a brawny young man.
Synonyms
muscular,
strong,
powerful,
athletic,
strapping,
hardy,
robust,
vigorous,
hefty (informal),
sturdy,
stalwart,
bulky,
burly,
husky (informal),
fleshy,
beefy (informal),
lusty,
well-built,
sinewy,
thickset,
well-knit,
thewy
in the sense of brilliant
Definition
shining with light
The event was held in brilliant sunshine.
Synonyms
bright,
shining,
intense,
sparkling,
glittering,
dazzling,
vivid,
radiant,
luminous,
ablaze,
resplendent,
scintillating,
lustrous,
coruscating,
refulgent (literary),
lambent
in the sense of burly
Definition
large and thick of build
He was a big, burly man.
Synonyms
brawny,
strong,
powerful,
big,
strapping,
hefty,
muscular,
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
sturdy,
stout,
bulky,
stocky,
hulking,
beefy (informal),
well-built,
thickset
in the sense of clear
Definition
evident or obvious
It was a clear case of mistaken identity.
Synonyms
obvious,
plain,
apparent,
bold,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
pronounced,
definite,
manifest,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
express,
palpable,
unequivocal,
recognizable,
unambiguous,
unquestionable,
cut-and-dried (informal),
incontrovertible
in the sense of cogent
Definition
forcefully convincing
He makes a cogent argument for a more egalitarian education system.
Synonyms
convincing,
strong,
powerful,
effective,
compelling,
urgent,
influential,
potent,
irresistible,
compulsive,
forceful,
conclusive,
weighty,
forcible
in the sense of compelling
Definition
convincing
He puts forward a compelling argument against the policy.
Synonyms
convincing,
telling,
powerful,
forceful,
conclusive,
weighty,
cogent,
irrefutable

Additional synonyms

in the sense of courageous
Definition
showing courage
She is clearly a very tough and courageous woman.
Synonyms
brave,
daring,
bold,
plucky,
hardy,
heroic,
gritty,
stalwart,
fearless,
resolute,
gallant,
audacious,
intrepid,
valiant,
indomitable,
dauntless,
ballsy (slang),
lion-hearted,
valorous,
stouthearted
in the sense of dazzling
He gave a dazzling performance.
Synonyms
splendid,
brilliant,
stunning (informal),
superb,
divine (informal),
glorious,
sparkling,
glittering,
sensational (informal),
sublime,
virtuoso,
drop-dead (slang),
ravishing,
scintillating
in the sense of decided
Definition
strong and definite
a man of very decided opinions
Synonyms
determined,
firm,
decisive,
assertive,
emphatic,
resolute,
strong-willed,
unhesitating,
unfaltering
in the sense of deep
She gave him a long deep look.
Synonyms
wise,
learned,
searching,
keen,
critical,
acute,
profound,
penetrating,
discriminating,
shrewd,
discerning,
astute,
perceptive,
incisive,
DEp,
perspicacious,
sagacious
in the sense of deep
Definition
(of a colour) intense or dark
rich, deep colours
Synonyms
dark,
strong,
rich,
warm,
intense,
vivid,
DEp
in the sense of determined
Definition
firmly decided
He is making a determined effort to regain lost ground.
Synonyms
resolute,
firm,
dogged,
fixed,
constant,
bold,
intent,
persistent,
relentless,
stalwart,
persevering,
single-minded,
purposeful,
tenacious,
undaunted,
strong-willed,
steadfast,
unwavering,
immovable,
unflinching,
strong-minded
in the sense of Draconian
Definition
severe or harsh
draconian censorship laws
Synonyms
severe,
hard,
harsh,
stern,
drastic,
stringent,
punitive,
austere,
pitiless
in the sense of drastic
Definition
strong and severe
Drastic measures are needed.
Synonyms
extreme,
strong,
radical,
desperate,
severe,
harsh,
dire,
forceful
in the sense of eager
Definition
very keen to have or do something
He looked at the crowd of eager faces around him.
Synonyms
keen,
interested,
earnest,
intense,
enthusiastic,
passionate,
ardent,
avid,
fervent,
zealous,
fervid,
keen as mustard,
bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal)
in the sense of earnest
Definition
serious and sincere, often excessively so
Rupert was an earnest young man.
Synonyms
serious,
keen,
grave,
intense,
steady,
dedicated,
eager,
enthusiastic,
passionate,
sincere,
thoughtful,
solemn,
ardent,
fervent,
impassioned,
zealous,
staid,
keen as mustard

Additional synonyms

in the sense of effective
Definition
impressive
You can't make an effective argument if all you do is stridently voice your opinion.
Synonyms
powerful,
strong,
convincing,
persuasive,
telling,
impressive,
compelling,
potent,
forceful,
striking,
emphatic,
weighty,
forcible,
cogent
in the sense of enthusiastic
The band drew a huge and enthusiastic crowd.
Synonyms
keen,
earnest,
spirited,
committed,
excited,
devoted,
warm,
eager,
lively,
passionate,
vigorous,
ardent,
hearty,
exuberant,
avid,
fervent,
zealous,
ebullient,
vehement,
wholehearted,
full of beans (informal),
fervid,
keen as mustard,
bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal)
in the sense of fervent
Definition
intensely sincere and passionate
a fervent admirer of her work
Synonyms
ardent,
earnest,
enthusiastic,
fervid,
passionate,
warm,
excited,
emotional,
intense,
flaming,
eager,
animated,
fiery,
ecstatic,
devout,
heartfelt,
impassioned,
zealous,
vehement,
perfervid (literary)
in the sense of fierce
Definition
intense or strong
He inspires fierce loyalty in his friends.
Synonyms
intense,
strong,
keen,
passionate,
relentless,
cut-throat
in the sense of firm
The quick handshake was firm and cool.
Synonyms
strong,
close,
tight,
steady
in the sense of fit as a fiddle
Definition
in very good health
I'm fit as a fiddle with energy to spare.
Synonyms
healthy,
strong,
sound,
blooming,
in good shape,
in the pink,
in good form,
in fine fettle,
in rude health,
hale and hearty
in the sense of formidable
Definition
extremely impressive
She looked every bit as formidable as her mother.
Synonyms
impressive,
great (informal),
powerful,
tremendous,
mighty,
terrific,
awesome,
invincible,
indomitable,
redoubtable,
puissant
in the sense of glaring
She was clearly uneasy under the glaring camera lights.
Synonyms
dazzling,
strong,
bright,
glowing,
blazing
in the sense of hale
Definition
healthy and robust
looking hale and hearty
Synonyms
healthy,
well,
strong,
sound,
fit,
flourishing,
blooming,
robust,
vigorous,
hearty,
in the pink,
in fine fettle,
right as rain (British, informal),
able-bodied
in the sense of hard-wearing
hard-wearing cotton shirts
Synonyms
durable,
strong,
tough,
rugged (US, Canadian),
stout,
resilient,
well-made

Additional synonyms

in the sense of hardy
Definition
able to stand difficult conditions
They grew up to be farmers, round-faced and hardy.
Synonyms
strong,
tough,
robust,
sound,
fit,
healthy,
vigorous,
rugged (US, Canadian),
sturdy,
hale (old-fashioned),
stout,
stalwart,
hearty,
lusty,
in fine fettle
in the sense of harsh
harsh laws governing the behaviour of ordinary citizens
Synonyms
drastic,
hard,
severe,
stringent,
punitive,
austere,
Draconian,
punitory
in the sense of heady
Definition
(of alcoholic drink, atmosphere, etc.) strongly affecting the physical senses
heady with the smell of flowers and blossom.
Synonyms
intoxicating,
strong,
potent,
inebriating,
spirituous
in the sense of healthy
Definition
having or showing good health
She had a normal pregnancy and delivered a healthy child.
Synonyms
well,
sound,
fit,
strong,
active,
flourishing,
hardy,
blooming,
robust,
vigorous,
sturdy,
hale (old-fashioned),
hearty,
in good shape (informal),
in good condition,
in the pink,
alive and kicking,
fighting fit,
in fine form,
in fine fettle,
hale and hearty,
fit as a fiddle (informal),
right as rain (British, informal),
physically fit,
in fine feather
in the sense of hench
Definition
forceful or powerful
tanned muscular legs
Synonyms
strong,
powerful,
athletic,
strapping,
robust,
vigorous,
sturdy,
stalwart,
husky (informal),
beefy (informal),
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
lusty,
sinewy,
muscle-bound,
brawny,
powerfully built,
thickset,
well-knit
in the sense of hot
Definition
spicy or causing a burning sensation on the tongue
He loved hot curries.
Synonyms
spicy,
pungent,
peppery,
piquant,
biting,
sharp,
acrid
in the sense of intoxicating
intoxicating liquor
Synonyms
alcoholic,
strong,
intoxicant,
spirituous,
inebriant
in the sense of loud
Definition
(of colours or patterns) harsh to look at
He liked to shock with his earrings and loud clothes.
Synonyms
garish,
bold,
glaring,
flamboyant,
vulgar,
brash,
tacky (informal),
flashy,
lurid,
tasteless,
naff (British, slang),
gaudy,
tawdry,
showy,
ostentatious,
brassy
in the sense of loyal
Definition
faithful to one's friends, country, or government
She was always such a loyal friend.
Synonyms
faithful,
true,
devoted,
dependable,
constant,
attached,
patriotic,
staunch,
trustworthy,
trusty,
steadfast,
dutiful,
unwavering,
true-blue,
immovable,
unswerving,
tried and true,
true-hearted
in the sense of lusty
Definition
healthy and full of strength and energy
his lusty singing in the open park
Synonyms
vigorous,
strong,
powerful,
healthy,
strapping,
robust,
rugged (US, Canadian),
energetic,
sturdy,
hale (old-fashioned),
stout,
stalwart,
hearty,
virile,
red-blooded (informal),
brawny

Additional synonyms

in the sense of marked
Definition
obvious or noticeable
There has been a marked increase in crimes against property.
Synonyms
noticeable,
clear,
decided,
striking,
noted,
obvious,
signal,
dramatic,
considerable,
outstanding,
remarkable,
apparent,
prominent,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
pronounced,
notable,
manifest,
blatant,
conspicuous,
salient
in the sense of muscular
Definition
forceful or powerful
tanned muscular legs
Synonyms
strong,
powerful,
athletic,
strapping,
robust,
vigorous,
sturdy,
stalwart,
husky (informal),
beefy (informal),
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
lusty,
sinewy,
muscle-bound,
brawny,
powerfully built,
thickset,
well-knit
in the sense of overpowering
his overpowering manner
Synonyms
forceful,
powerful,
overwhelming,
dynamic,
compelling,
persuasive,
overbearing
in the sense of overpowering
There was an overpowering smell of garlic.
Synonyms
strong,
marked,
powerful,
distinct,
sickening,
unbearable,
suffocating,
unmistakable,
nauseating
in the sense of passionate
Definition
capable of or revealing intense emotion
He made a passionate speech about his commitment to peace.
Synonyms
emotional,
excited,
eager,
enthusiastic,
animated,
strong,
warm,
wild,
intense,
flaming,
fierce,
frenzied,
ardent,
fervent,
heartfelt,
impassioned,
zealous,
impulsive,
vehement,
impetuous,
fervid
in the sense of piquant
Definition
having a spicy taste
a mixed salad with a piquant dressing
Synonyms
spicy,
biting,
sharp,
stinging,
tart,
savoury,
pungent,
tangy,
highly-seasoned,
peppery,
zesty,
with a kick (informal),
acerb
in the sense of plausible
Definition
apparently reasonable or true
That explanation seems entirely plausible to me.
Synonyms
believable,
possible,
likely,
reasonable,
credible,
probable,
persuasive,
conceivable,
tenable,
colourable,
verisimilar
in the sense of plucky
Definition
courageous
The plucky schoolgirl amazed doctors by hanging on to life.
Synonyms
courageous,
spirited,
brave,
daring,
bold,
game (old-fashioned),
hardy,
heroic,
gritty,
feisty (informal),
gutsy (slang),
intrepid,
valiant,
doughty (old-fashioned),
undaunted,
unflinching,
spunky (informal, old-fashioned),
ballsy (slang),
mettlesome,
(as) game as Ned Kelly (Australian, slang)
in the sense of potent
Definition
(of arguments) persuasive or forceful
a potent electoral message
Synonyms
persuasive,
telling,
convincing,
effective,
impressive,
compelling,
forceful,
cogent
in the sense of profound
Definition
strongly felt
The overwhelming feeling is profound shock and anger.
Synonyms
sincere,
acute,
intense,
great,
keen,
extreme,
hearty,
heartfelt,
abject,
deeply felt,
heartrending

Additional synonyms

in the sense of radical
periods of radical change
Synonyms
extreme,
complete,
entire,
sweeping,
violent,
severe,
extensive,
wide-ranging,
excessive,
thorough,
drastic,
rigorous,
far-reaching,
draconian
in the sense of redoubtable
Definition
to be feared and respected
He is a redoubtable fighter.
Synonyms
formidable,
strong,
powerful,
terrible,
awful,
mighty,
dreadful,
fearful (informal),
fearsome,
resolute,
valiant,
doughty (old-fashioned)
in the sense of reliable
Definition
able to be trusted
She was efficient and reliable.
Synonyms
dependable,
trustworthy,
honest,
responsible,
sure,
sound,
true,
certain,
regular,
stable,
faithful,
predictable,
upright,
staunch,
reputable,
trusty,
unfailing,
tried and true
in the sense of resilient
Definition
(of a person) recovering easily and quickly from misfortune or illness
I'm a resilient kind of person.
Synonyms
tough,
strong,
hardy,
buoyant,
feisty (informal),
bouncy,
irrepressible,
quick to recover
in the sense of resolute
Definition
firm in purpose or belief
a decisive and resolute international leader
Synonyms
determined,
set,
firm,
dogged,
fixed,
constant,
bold,
relentless,
stubborn,
stalwart,
staunch,
persevering,
inflexible,
purposeful,
tenacious,
undaunted,
strong-willed,
steadfast,
obstinate,
unwavering,
immovable,
unflinching,
unbending,
unshakable,
unshaken
in the sense of rigid
Definition
inflexible or strict
My father is very rigid in his thinking.
Synonyms
inflexible,
harsh,
stern,
adamant,
uncompromising,
unrelenting,
unyielding,
intransigent,
unbending,
invariable,
unalterable,
undeviating
in the sense of robust
Definition
sturdily built
His robust physique counts for much in the modern game.
Synonyms
strong,
tough,
powerful,
athletic,
well,
sound,
fit,
healthy,
strapping,
hardy,
rude,
vigorous,
rugged (US, Canadian),
muscular,
swole (slang),
hench (informal),
sturdy,
hale (old-fashioned),
stout,
staunch,
hearty,
husky (informal),
in good health,
lusty,
alive and kicking,
fighting fit,
sinewy,
brawny,
in fine fettle,
thickset,
fit as a fiddle (informal),
able-bodied
in the sense of safe
Definition
taking or involving no risks
We are assured by our engineers that the building is safe.
Synonyms
risk-free,
sound,
secure,
certain,
impregnable,
riskless
in the sense of severe
Definition
causing discomfort by its harshness
The fence collapsed during the recent severe weather.
Synonyms
violent,
wild,
extreme,
intense,
dangerous,
fierce,
turbulent,
forceful,
tumultuous,
inclement
in the sense of sharp
Definition
having a bitter or sour taste
a colourless, almost odourless liquid with a sharp, sweetish taste
Synonyms
sour,
strong,
tart,
pungent,
hot,
burning,
acid,
bitter,
tangy,
acidic,
acerbic,
acrid,
piquant,
acetic,
vinegary,
acerb
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