0 past simple and past participle of strengthen --
1 to make something stronger or more effective, or to become stronger or more effective: --
The rise in US interest rates caused the dollar to strengthen (= increase in value) against all the Asian currencies.
The organization's aim is to strengthen the cultural ties between Britain and Germany.
The bank loan has greatly strengthened our financial position.
The accident strengthens the case for better safety measures at fairgrounds.
His battle against cancer has strengthened his belief in God.
They have been strengthening their border defences in preparation for war.
Thus, the effects reported might be strengthened or attenuated if child counts were used for all variables.
Some of them are not confined and the hard x-ray radiation is strengthened enormously during the whole discharge.
With no damage to the overall system, geographical connections can be strengthened or left to decay as the changing flow of capital warrants.
His cultural biographical approach is strengthened by the fact that his discussion is not limited to consideration of houses alone.
The ' hands on ' feel that they bring to the issues is strengthened by short case studies, and more of these would be helpful.
In addition to its support among the population, the political position of the ombudsman can be strengthened or undermined by its relationship to the media.
As air breathing increased in importance, the vertebrate larynx strengthened to accommodate additional functions such as optimizing airflow and protecting the lungs from foreign matter.
As a result, while the provinces developed and strengthened their own power basis, the center also adjusted its relations with the provinces.
