| 单词 | strength |
| 释义 | strengthWord family noun strength strengthenerstrengtheningadjective strong strengthfulstrengthlessverb strengthen adverb strongly Oceanography, Meteorology strength /streŋθ, strenθ/ ●●● S2 W2 noun 1 physical 体力上的 [uncountableU]STRONG PERSON the physical power and energy that makes someone strong 体力，力气，力量 OPP weakness have/find the strength to do something She didn’t even have the strength to stand up. 她甚至连站起来的力气都没有了。 I’m trying to build up my strength. 我在努力增强体力。 Jo hit him with all her strength. 乔用尽全力打他。 He never ceased to be amazed by her physical strength. 他一直对她的体力感到惊诧。 2 determination 意志力 [uncountableU]DETERMINED the quality of being brave or determined in dealing with difficult or unpleasant situations 意志力，毅力 have/find the strength to do something Jenny didn’t have the strength to end the relationship. 珍妮没有勇气结束这段关系。 She had enormous strength of character (=strong ability to deal with difficult situations). 她意志很坚强。 strength of mind/purpose The sea was very cold and it required great strength of mind to get in. 海水很冷，需要有很大的勇气才能下去。 I think you have to find an inner strength in order to feel good about yourself. → tower of strength at tower1(3) 我觉得只有找到内心的力量才能有自信。 3 feeling/belief 感情/信仰 [uncountableU]STRONG FEELING OR BELIEF how strong a feeling, belief, or relationship is 坚强；坚定；强烈程度 SYN depth strength of Governments cannot ignore the strength of public opinion. 政府不能忽视公众舆论的力量。 We understand the strength of feeling against the proposal. 我们知道对该建议有强烈的反对情绪。 4 organization/country etc 组织/国家等 [uncountableU]POWER the political, military, or economic power of an organization, country, or system 〔政治、军事或经济上的〕实力 strength of the strength of the US economy 美国的经济实力 The socialists organized a show of strength (=when a country or organization shows how strong it is). 社会主义者组织了一场实力展示。 5 useful quality or ability 有用的品质或能力 [countableC]GOOD AT a particular quality or ability that gives someone or something an advantage 优点，长处，优势 OPP weakness Her main strength is her critical thinking ability. 她的最大长处在于她具有批判性思考的能力。 strength of The great strength of our plan lies in its simplicity. 我们这个计划的最大长处在于它简单易行。 Be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses. 要清楚你自己的长处和短处。 6 object 物体 [uncountableU]STRONG OBJECT how strong an object or structure is, especially its ability to last for a long time without breaking 强度 OPP weakness strength of a device for testing the strength of concrete structures 测试混凝土结构强度的设备 7 substance/mixture 物质/混合物 [countableC, uncountableU]STRONG TASTE OR SMELL how strong a substance or mixture is 强度；浓度；烈度 Add water to dilute the solution to the required strength. 在溶液中加水稀释至规定浓度。 full-strength/half-strength/double-strength etc Young plants can be fed with half-strength liquid fertilizer. 幼株可以施一半浓度的液体肥料。 8 number of people 人数 [uncountableU]NUMBER the number of people in a team, army etc 〔球队、军队等的〕人力，人数；兵力 The Edinburgh team are now at full strength. 爱丁堡队现在是最佳阵容。 below strength The police force is below strength at the moment (=there are fewer police than there should be). 目前警力不足。 in strength Security forces were out in strength (=in large numbers) but did not intervene. 安全部队大量出动，但没有进行干预。 9 money 货币 [uncountableU]VALUE the value of a country’s money when compared to other countries’ money 〔某国货币价值的〕坚挺程度 strength of the strength of the dollar on the international money markets 美元在国际货币市场上的坚挺程度 10 on the strength of something BECAUSEbecause of something 基于某事物；受某事物的鼓励 I bought the book on the strength of your recommendation. 由于你的推荐，我才买了这本书。 Examples from the Corpus on the strength of something• It is rare for an Indie band to take off big on the strength of a first record.• Although it still has a stronger name on the track, the 1992 road range builds on the strength of previous years.• She built her future business on the strength of that first success.• The quantity depends on the strength of the essence.• Court testimony was seen as a formula to manipulate power and was evaluated on the strength of its effectiveness.• Some bank stocks gained on the strength of J. P. Morgan.• Manuel was hired immediately on the strength of Cassidy's recommendation.• He had no doubt that the case could be wound up on the strength of it. 11 position of strength ADVANTAGEa position where you have an advantage over someone, especially in a discussion 〔尤指在讨论中的〕优势地位 We must negotiate from a position of strength. 我们必须从一个优势地位来进行谈判。 Examples from the Corpus position of strength• Britain's experience with chemical weapons shows what can happen if we fail to negotiate from a position of strength.• Both his coups began with a ruthless pre-emptive strike from a position of strength.• You're in a position of strength as a potential client who is checking out the service on offer.• Johnson had steered himself into a position of strength from which to conduct his campaign in the election of 1964.• Not surprisingly princes were concerned to build up a position of strength during their fathers' lifetimes.• From that position of strength, he supervised the return of representative institutions. 12 go from strength to strength SUCCESSFULto become more and more successful 不断取得成功；日益壮大 For several years, the business went from strength to strength. 几年来，该企业日益壮大。 Examples from the Corpus go from strength to strength• We can't help but go from strength to strength.• While the company goes from strength to strength, the union claims, its employees are losing out.• But now they have gone, the story line has gone from strength to strength.• The railcoaches however, went from strength to strength and became the work-horses of the Blackpool system.• Ride are just going from strength to strength - one of the bands that are really cutting through at the moment.• On its own terms, meanwhile, the new philology went from strength to strength.• As these events were unfolding we were finding that our Partnership's lifestyle magazines were going from strength to strength. 13 natural force 自然力 [uncountableU]HEOHEM how strong a natural force is 强度，力度 the strength of the sunlight 日光的强度 14. colour/light/flavour/smell etc 颜色/光线/味道/气味等 [uncountableU]BRIGHT how strong a colour, taste etc is 浓度，浓淡程度 15. give me strength! spokenANNOY used when you are annoyed or angry about something 给我力量吧，真叫人受不了 〔用于表示烦恼或生气〕 Examples from the Corpus give me strength!• I felt the blood running down my face, and the pain gave me strength.• Some one give me strength, I pray.• To find such understanding in a book gave me strength.• When things looked dark, when the way was long, you gave me strength to continue.• You say that I have the endurance - you say it in order to give me strength. 16. not know your own strength to not realize how strong you are 没有意识到自己的力量 n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 1: the physical power and energy that makes someone strong adjectives physical strength Some of the tasks required considerable physical strength. great/enormous strength Hercules was famous for his great strength. superhuman strength (=much greater than ordinary strength) In the movie, Walsh performs feats of superhuman strength. superior strength (=greater than someone else's) Using his superior strength, Rocky dragged the struggling Larsen another twenty yards back. brute strength (=physical strength rather than intelligence or careful thinking) There is more to wrestling than brute strength. Tactics are important too. full strength verbsIt takes time to get your full strength back after you have been ill. have the strength to do something He didn't even have the strength to sit up. find the strength to do something Mary found the strength to climb up onto the upturned boat. use your strength He used all his strength to heave the door shut. gather/muster/summon your strength (=get enough strength to do something) He sat for a couple of minutes, gathering his strength. build up your strength (=make yourself stronger) You need to build up your strength. gain strength After the operation, he spent several weeks relaxing and gaining strength. n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 2: the quality of being brave or determined in dealing with difficult or unpleasant situations adjectives great strength She showed great strength in dealing with her problems. inner strength Geoff had an inner strength which got him through the tough times. mental strength verbsHe's a player who has the skill and the mental strength to win. have the strength to do something This proved that he has the strength to cope with such a high-powered job. find the strength to do something Paula had found the strength to escape from an abusive marriage. gain/draw strength from somebody/something He gained strength from being back with the people and things he loved. show strength phrasesThe decision to continue shows incredible strength and courage. strength of character (=strong ability to deal with difficult situations) The victims' families have shown amazing strength of character. strength of purpose/mind (=determination to do something) In pursuing this ambition, William showed remarkable strength of purpose. a source of strength (=person or thing that makes you brave or determined) Her faith had always been a source of strength for her. n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 5: a particular quality or ability that gives someone or something an advantage adjectives a great strength Diversity is one of India's greatest strengths. a real strength verbsThe play's real strength is the way it explores relationships. build on/capitalize on a strength (=use it as a basis for further achievement) The organization must move forward and capitalize on its strengths. play to your strengths (=use people's qualities and abilities in the best way in order to achieve something) Both parties are playing to their strengths. identify strengths The teacher can identify each child's strengths and build on these. know somebody's strengths It's important to know your strengths as well as your weaknesses. somebody's/something's strength lies in something phrasesThe show's strength lies in the fact that it appeals to all ages. strengths and weaknesses All technologies have different strengths and weaknesses. Examples from the Corpus strength• Regular gym sessions will improve both your health and strength.• Fitness programs feature water aerobics, self-defense techniques and strength training.• The analysis was completed by a tabulation of results which consolidated the risk scores and financial strength ratings.• His is constantly pre-occupied with fitness, strength, and staying in peak condition.• His ability to charm people is one of his greatest strengths.• Diana pulled on the rope with all her strength.• She felt her strength ebbing but remained calm.• Bill was doing a lot of exercise to build up his strength.• The opposition mounted, but Johnson was probably right in asserting that its strength was overstated.• moral strength• Before choosing a career you should spend time identifying your personal strengths and weaknesses.• Men are better at some sports because of their greater physical strength.• He had all the strength it would take to kill an adult person, let alone a baby.• I didn't have the strength to climb any further.• The strength of this book is that it puts flesh on the bare bones of this argument. have/find the strength to do something• But would they even have the strength to dig counter-mines?• If he had been attached only to me, he would not have the strength to put up with me now.• Somehow then I found the strength to roll away, dragging my boots away from the clutch of the pile's soggy depths.• So we must find the strength to face it somehow.• Nor did she have the strength to be firm.• I didn't have the strength to squeeze out one more tear.• She would have the strength to do it, and she was right-handed.• How do you find the strength to overcome your natural panic and tap into greater, more positive emotional resources? have/find the strength to do something• But would they even have the strength to dig counter-mines?• If he had been attached only to me, he would not have the strength to put up with me now.• Somehow then I found the strength to roll away, dragging my boots away from the clutch of the pile's soggy depths.• So we must find the strength to face it somehow.• Nor did she have the strength to be firm.• I didn't have the strength to squeeze out one more tear.• She would have the strength to do it, and she was right-handed.• How do you find the strength to overcome your natural panic and tap into greater, more positive emotional resources? strength of• the awesome strength of the river• I have doubts about the strength of that beam in the ceiling.• What are the strengths of the plan?• Never underestimate the strength of a mother's love for her child.• The strength of the dollar is appealing to foreign investors.• the strength of the U.S. economy show of strength• Leaders say the protest taking place on 18 March will provide a show of strength from the whole of rural Britain.• The allegation that there had been a military show of strength was flatly denied by Yakovlev on May 4.• Denbighshire have matched Flintshire's show of strength by naming their most formidable line-up in pursuit of the coveted last-four ticket.• But such shows of strength are no guarantee for player-safety as photographer Graham Morris demonstrated in 1984.• At this show of strength, Chutra was quite beside himself with happiness. strengths and weaknesses• Managers need to know their colleagues' strengths and weaknesses. full strength• He is included in a full strength line up.• The Tallinn Chamber Orchestra, founded by Kaljuste in 1993, numbers 37 at full strength.• It is used at full strength for immediate odour elimination, or in a 6 to 1 dilution for ongoing preventative maintenance.• The concrete has to cure to achieve its full strength, and the foundation has to be attached to the footing.• Two Western superpowers, hoping to force the other to blink, despite negotiating at less than full strength.• This low alcohol version is as light and approachable as the full strength variety and is ideal for parties.• Mr Amato has kept his word about having the government back to full strength before the opening of financial markets today.• Neither team was close to full strength. From Longman Business Dictionary strengthstrength /streŋθ, strenθ/ noun [countableC] 1FINANCEECONOMICSthe value of a country’s money, especially when this is at a high level strength of the strength of the yen on the international money markets 2the power or influence that a person, organization, country etc has strength of the strength of the US economy Before and during negotiations, a salesperson will benefit by assessing the relative strength of his power base. 3the good qualities or abilities that someone or something has One of her management strengths is the ability to delegate. Judging one’s own strengths and weaknesses is far from easy. Old English strengthu →n COLLOCATIONS1 →n COLLOCATIONS2 →n COLLOCATIONS3 |
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