Strength

Pronunciation: /strɛŋθ/

Definitions of strength

noun the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with difficult or distressing situations

Example Sentences

A1 She showed great strength when she lifted the heavy box.

A2 His physical strength helped him win the wrestling match.

B1 The team's strength lies in their ability to work together effectively.

B2 Her emotional strength helped her overcome the loss of her loved one.

C1 The company's financial strength allowed them to weather the economic downturn.

C2 His inner strength and resilience have been tested through many challenges in life.

Examples of strength in a Sentence

formal The company's strength lies in its innovative technology and dedicated workforce.

informal She showed great strength in dealing with the difficult situation.

slang His mental strength is off the charts, he never gives up.

figurative The strength of their friendship was tested during the challenging times.

Grammatical Forms of strength

• plural: strengths
• comparative: stronger
• superlative: strongest
• present tense: strengthens
• future tense: will strengthen
• perfect tense: has strengthened
• continuous tense: is strengthening
• singular: strength
• positive degree: strong
• infinitive: to strengthen
• gerund: strengthening
• participle: strengthened

Origin and Evolution of strength

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'strength' originated from the Old English word 'strengþu' which means power, force, or vigor.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'strength' has evolved to not only represent physical power and force, but also mental and emotional resilience. It is now commonly used to describe the quality or state of being strong, both physically and mentally.