Harden

Synonyms of harden

• strengthen
• solidify
• toughen

Antonyms of harden

• soften
• loosen
• weaken

Collocations of harden

harden heart

Frequency: 80 %

After being betrayed, she decided to harden her heart and not trust anyone again.

harden resolve

Frequency: 70 %

Despite the challenges, his determination only served to harden his resolve to succeed.

harden steel

Frequency: 60 %

The blacksmith used heat to harden the steel and make it stronger.

harden clay

Frequency: 50 %

The potter fired the clay in the kiln to harden it into a durable ceramic.

harden criminal

Frequency: 40 %

The harsh prison conditions only served to harden the criminal's resolve to continue his illegal activities.

Idiomatic Expressions for harden

• Phrase: harden off
  Meaning: to gradually acclimate plants or seedlings to outdoor conditions, especially in terms of temperature and sunlight
  Usage: Before planting the seedlings in the garden, it's important to harden them off by exposing them to the outdoor environment gradually.