fortify
verb | /fortify/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to strengthen or build up defenses or to support
fortify
verb | /fortify/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto strengthen or build up defenses or to support
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Synonyms
strengthenreinforcebolstersecure
Antonyms
weakenunderminediscourage
Examples
"They fortified the city walls before winter."
"Healthy meals help fortify the immune system."
Etymology
from Latin fortificare “to make strong”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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