🛡️fortify

verb
/ˈfɔːrtɪˌfaɪ/

Meaning

To strengthen a place, person, or thing physically or mentally.

Example Sentences

They fortified the city walls to protect against invasion.

Example Expressions

fortify oneself

Synonyms

strengthen, reinforce, support, secure

Antonyms

weaken, undermine, debilitate

Collocations

fortify the city, fortify walls, fortify oneself, fortified wine

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