strength

Definition

  • noun: the quality or state of being physically strong
  • noun: the quality or state of being strong
  • used to describe how strong or deeply held an emotion or opinion is
  • synonyms: brawniness, support, stoutness

Examples

  • Now that the quarterback has recovered from his injury, this week the team will be functioning 'at full strength' again. [=the team will have all its players again]

  • We are negotiating from a 'position of strength'. [=from a strong position; from a position that gives us an advantage]

  • He didn't mean to knock you down; he just 'doesn't know his own strength'. [=doesn't realize how strong he really is]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) -Mother, wait. *If he's lying, don't come crying.* So, hey uh, can I ask you something? Is there any chance that I'm going to get super strength in my hand? Because I'm not going to lie. That would be stupendous. Hey, you all right? Oh, sorry, yes. Just um, lost in thought, I guess. I mean because here's the thing. Superhuman good looks, I've always had 'em. Born with it, but superhuman strength? Can you imagine the possibilities, I'm just... Patience boys. All good things to those who wait. Hmm, what? Well I hope you're (..)
    2010 Tangled