Synonyms of strength

29 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for strength is forte. Other synonyms of strength are fortitude, power and potency. The opposite of strength is weakness.

Synonyms and similar words for strength

brace
consolidate
build up
confirm formal
corroborate
fortify figurativelyTo give power, strength, or vigour to (oneself or someone, or to something); to strengthen.
harden figuratively
indurate
invigorateTo impart vigor, strength, or vitality to.
nerveTo give strength; to supply energy or vigour.
nerve upSynonym of nerve (“to give courage or strength; to supply energy or vigour”).
reinforce
steel
strengthenTo make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.
thicken
anneal archaic, figuratively
enstrengthen obsoleteRender strong or stronger; strengthen.
intend obsolete
munite obsoleteTo fortify, strengthen.
roborate obsolete

ability
asset
capability
expertise
forteA strength or talent; a strong point.
fortitudeMental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.
mainForce, power, strength, violent effort.
potencyConcentration; strength.
powerPhysical force or strength.

noun The quality or degree of being strong.
noun The intensity of a force or power; potency.
noun The strongest part of something; that on which confidence or reliance is based.

What is another word for strength?: Strength has 29 synonyms on Word.ws, such as forte, fortitude, power and potency.
What is the opposite of strength?: The opposite of strength is weakness.
What does strength mean?: Strength means the quality or degree of being strong.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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