strengthen /ˈstrɛŋkθən/ verb strengthens; strengthened; strengthening
strengthens; strengthened; strengthening
Learner's definition of STRENGTHEN
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[+ object] : to make (someone or something) stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc.增强；加强 -
These exercises will strengthen your stomach muscles.这些锻炼会强健腹肌。
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He takes herbs to strengthen his immune system.他吃草药来增强免疫力。
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The development of new electronic products has strengthened the company's position as the leader in digital technology.新型电子产品的开发巩固了这家公司在数码技术领域的领导地位。
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Holidays often serve to strengthen bonds between family members.节假日往往能增强家庭成员之间的联系。
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Their financial situation strengthened her determination to find a new career.他们的财务状况加强了她找份新工作的决心。
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The team has been strengthened by the addition of several new players.几位新队员的加盟增强了这支队的实力。
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[no object] : to become stronger, more forceful, more effective, etc.变强 -
The winds are expected to strengthen.预计风力会增强。
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The storm is continuing to strengthen [=to become more powerful] as it approaches land.暴风雨越靠近陆地越猛烈。
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Her determination has strengthened.她的决心更坚定了。
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The economy is slowly strengthening.经济正在缓慢增长。
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of money : to increase in value when compared to money from other countries（货币）升值 [no object]
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— opposite weaken