Gloss · Another word for · strong

Another word for strong.

Strong can mean muscle, toughness or force. Say which kind of strength you mean.

In the body

• muscularStrong, and it shows.The swimmer had broad, muscular shoulders.
• powerfulStrong in force, not just build.He has powerful arms from years of rowing.

Built to last

• sturdySolidly built; won’t wobble.We need a sturdy table for the workshop.
• durableHolds up to wear over time.These boots are durable enough for winter hikes.
• resilientTakes a blow and bounces back.Small towns can be surprisingly resilient after a flood.

In effect or force

• potentStrong in effect, like a drug.The cough syrup was more potent than I expected.
• intenseStrong in degree; hard to ignore.There was an intense smell of garlic in the hall.
• compellingStrong enough to persuade.She made a compelling case for a later start.

When to keep “strong”

Keep strong for character; “she’s strong” says more than most fancier words.

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