stronger
🇬🇧 /ˈstrɒŋgə/
🇺🇸 /ˈstrɔŋɜr/
📖 Definitions
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adjective
Comparative form of 'strong'; having greater physical power, force, or intensity than something else.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more convincing, compelling, or persuasive in argument or evidence.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more intense in flavor, smell, or concentration.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more durable, resistant, or less likely to break or fail.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more emotionally resilient or mentally tough.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more powerful in influence, authority, or position.; Comparative form of 'strong'; more pronounced or noticeable in degree or effect.; Comparative form of 'strong'; having a higher alcoholic content or potency.
🔗 Details
Word forms
Comparative: stronger
Superlative: strongest
Collocations
strong coffeestrong windstrong evidencestrong possibilitystrong pointstrong suit
Derivatives
stronglystrengthstrengthenstrongholdstrongman
Synonyms
powerfulrobuststurdymightypotentvigorous
Antonyms
weakfeeblefragilefrail
Commonly confused
powerful
EN: 'Strong' emphasizes inherent capacity or intensity; 'powerful' emphasizes the ability to exert force or influence over others.
sturdy
EN: 'Sturdy' specifically refers to physical robustness and resistance to damage; 'strong' is broader and can apply to abstract qualities.
Spelling tips
EN: Use the -er/-est suffixes (stronger, strongest) rather than 'more/most strong', as 'strong' is a one-syllable adjective.
💬 Examples
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The stronger wind knocked down several trees in the neighborhood.
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She presented a stronger argument than her opponent during the debate.
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This coffee has a stronger taste than the one we had yesterday.
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The new alloy is stronger than steel yet lighter than aluminum.
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After years of hardship, she became a stronger person.
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The company emerged as a stronger competitor after the merger.
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There is a stronger likelihood of rain this afternoon.
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He preferred a stronger drink after a long day at work.