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Strong Meaning: Physical Power, Sturdy Objects & Intense Flavors (3 meaning)

Meaning 1：physically powerful (strong)

strong 🔊

/strɔːŋ/

adj.

Used to describe a person or animal that has a lot of physical power in their body.

Strong person lifting heavy barbell in gym showing physical power

physically powerful 🔊

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/ˈfɪzɪkli ˈpaʊərfəl/

adj.

Describes someone or something that can exert great physical force.

📁 Category：Physical & Mental Health 🔖 Level：Elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Proto-Germanic *strangaz, meaning 'strong, tight'.

💡 Mnemonic

Associate 'strong' with 'strength' – both start with 'str-'. Imagine a muscular arm flexing.

📖 Example

After working out for a year, he became strong enough to lift heavy boxes easily. 🔊 After working out for a year, he became strong enough to lift heavy boxes easily.

🔗 Collocations

strong man – A man possessing great physical strength.

strong muscles – Muscles that are well-developed and capable of exerting force.

strong athlete – An athlete with exceptional physical power.

🔄 Synonyms

powerful (adj.) – Having great power or strength.

muscular (adj.) – Having well-developed muscles; strong.

robust (adj.) – Strong and healthy; vigorous.

🚫 Antonyms

weak (adj.) – Lacking physical strength or energy.

fragile (adj.) – Easily broken or damaged; not strong.

feeble (adj.) – Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.

🌱 Derivatives

strength (n.) – The quality or state of being strong.

strengthen (v.) – To make or become stronger.

strongly (adv.) – In a strong manner.

📖 Cultural Story

The word 'strong' has been used since Old English (strang) to describe physical power. It appears in many idioms like 'strong as an ox' and is central to fitness culture.

Meaning 2：sturdy (strong)

strong 🔊

/strɔːŋ/

adj.

Used to describe an object or material that is not easily broken, bent, or moved.

sturdy 🔊

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/ˈstɜːrdi/

adj.

Describes an object that is resistant to damage or pressure.

📁 Category：Objects & Materials 🔖 Level：Elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

We need a strong wooden table that won't wobble when we put our dinner plates on it. 🔊 We need a strong wooden table that won't wobble when we put our dinner plates on it.

🔗 Collocations

strong material – A material that is durable and resistant to breaking.

strong structure – A structure that can support weight and withstand forces.

strong foundation – A base that is solid and stable.

🔄 Synonyms

tough (adj.) – Strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling.

durable (adj.) – Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.

sturdy (adj.) – Strongly and solidly built.

🚫 Antonyms

fragile (adj.) – Easily broken or damaged.

brittle (adj.) – Hard but liable to break easily.

delicate (adj.) – Easily broken or damaged; fragile.

🌱 Derivatives

strength (n.) – The ability to withstand force or pressure.

strengthen (v.) – To make something stronger.

strongly (adv.) – In a way that shows strength.

Meaning 3：intense (strong)

strong 🔊

/strɔːŋ/

adj.

Used to describe something like a taste, smell, light, or feeling that is very noticeable or powerful.

intense 🔊

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/ɪnˈtens/

adj.

Describes a flavor, smell, or sensation that is very noticeable and often powerful.

📁 Category：Diet & Health 🔖 Level：Elementary

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

I prefer my coffee to be strong in the morning to help me wake up. 🔊 I prefer my coffee to be strong in the morning to help me wake up.

🔗 Collocations

strong flavor – A flavor that is very distinct and powerful.

strong smell – A smell that is very noticeable and often sharp.

strong coffee – Coffee with a high concentration of coffee solids, giving a robust taste.

🔄 Synonyms

intense (adj.) – Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

potent (adj.) – Having great power, influence, or effect.

pungent (adj.) – Having a sharply strong taste or smell.

🚫 Antonyms

mild (adj.) – Not strong or sharp; gentle.

weak (adj.) – Diluted or lacking intensity.

faint (adj.) – Lacking brightness, color, or strength.

🌱 Derivatives

strength (n.) – The degree of intensity of a flavor, smell, etc.

strengthen (v.) – To make something more intense or powerful.

strongly (adv.) – In a powerful or intense way.