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Fortify: meaning, definitions and examples

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fortify

 

[ ˈfɔːtɪfaɪ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

drink

Strengthen (a drink) by adding alcohol or spirits. Make (a person or place) stronger or more secure.

Synonyms

reinforce, secure, strengthen

Examples of usage

  • Would you like to fortify your coffee with a shot of whiskey?
  • The soldiers worked to fortify the castle walls before the enemy attack.
  • The residents fortified their homes against the storm by boarding up windows and doors.
Context #2 | Verb

mentally

Strengthen or invigorate (someone) mentally or physically.

Synonyms

empower, invigorate, strengthen

Examples of usage

  • She fortified herself with positive affirmations before the job interview.
  • The coach's pep talk helped to fortify the team's confidence before the big game.

Translations

Translations of the word "fortify" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fortificar

🇮🇳 मजबूत करना

🇩🇪 verstärken

🇮🇩 memperkuat

🇺🇦 зміцнювати

🇵🇱 wzmacniać

🇯🇵 強化する (きょうかする)

🇫🇷 fortifier

🇪🇸 fortificar

🇹🇷 güçlendirmek

🇰🇷 강화하다

🇸🇦 تعزيز

🇨🇿 posílit

🇸🇰 posilniť

🇨🇳 加强 (jiāqiáng)

🇸🇮 okrepiti

🇮🇸 styrkja

🇰🇿 нығайту

🇬🇪 გაძლიერება (gadziebeba)

🇦🇿 möhkəmləndirmək

🇲🇽 fortificar

Etymology

The word 'fortify' originated from the Latin word 'fortificare', which means 'to make strong'. It first appeared in the English language in the 15th century. Initially used in the context of strengthening physical structures, the term later evolved to include mental or emotional strengthening. Throughout history, fortification has been essential for defense and protection, whether in the form of fortified castles or fortified drinks.

See also: fort, fortitude, fortnight, fortress, fortune, forty.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,950, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.