strengthening
Translation
strengthening, reinforcing, fortifying
Examples
This is a strengthening exercise for your back.
This is a strengthening exercise for your back.
The strengthening of the currency is good news.
The strengthening of the currency is good news.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) having the effect of making stronger. This is a strengthening shampoo.
((as a gerund)) the process of making stronger. The strengthening of our defenses is a priority.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reinforcing, fortifying; Antonyms: weakening
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'to strengthen'.
Memory Tips
This word describes the action of making something stronger. As an adjective, it means 'having a strengthening effect'.