adjective

strong

/STRAWNG/ strong 1 syllable

Having great power, force, or resistance.

Word facts

Part of speech adjective
Syllables 1
Letters 6
Starts with S

Definition

Strong describes something or someone with great physical power, firmness, or ability to resist force or difficulty. A strong thing does not break, bend, or give up easily. The word also applies to opinions, emotions, flavors, and arguments.

Usage: Strong applies to physical things (a strong bridge), people (a strong swimmer), flavors (strong coffee), emotions (strong feelings), and arguments (a strong case). It is one of the most versatile adjectives in English.

Example sentences

  1. 1

    The bridge was strong enough to support hundreds of vehicles each day.

  2. 2

    She gave a strong performance in the final debate and convinced many voters.

  3. 3

    The coffee was very strong — just one cup kept him awake all night.

Word family

noun strength
adverb strongly
verb strengthen
adjective (comparative) stronger
adjective (superlative) strongest
Word origin

From Old English strang and Proto-Germanic strangaz ('strong, tight'). Related to 'strength' and the word 'string' — both share the idea of something pulled tight and resistant.

Memory tip

Strong ends in '-rong' — it's the opposite of wrong. Something strong is the right thing in the right place.

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FAQ

Questions people ask

What is the noun form of strong?

The noun form is strength. Example: Her strength surprised everyone in the room.

How many syllables does strong have?

Strong has one syllable.

What is the comparative of strong?

The comparative is stronger, and the superlative is strongest.

What is the adverb form of strong?

The adverb is strongly. Example: She felt strongly about the decision.