strengthen

How many syllables in strengthen?

There are 2 syllables in the word strengthen.

How to pronounce strengthen:

Definition of strengthen:

strengthen:: The past tense of Strengthen is strengthened.

Synonyms for strengthen:

alter

batten down

beef up

brace

brace up

buttress

change

confirm

fortify

modify

reenforce

reinforce

restrengthen

ruggedise

ruggedize

secure

stabilise

stabilize

steady

substantiate

undergird

vitalise

vitalize

Antonyms for strengthen:

abate

break up

collapse

compromise

crumble

crumple

damage

degenerate

destabilise

destabilize

deteriorate

diminish

dwindle

impair

lessen

let down

shake

shatter

topple

tumble

undermine

wane

waste away

weaken

wither

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