strong

• Décrit quelqu'un ou quelque chose qui possède la force de déplacer des objets lourds ou d'accomplir d'autres tâches physiquement difficiles, ou qui a une influence ou un effet puissant.

Describes someone or something that has the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks, or that is powerful in influence or effect.

1. Physically powerfulA1formal

   Having great physical power or strength.

   Physiquement puissant

   • He is a strong man who can lift heavy weights.
   • She has strong arms from swimming every day.
   • The strong wind knocked down several trees.

   Synonymesbrawnymightymuscularpowerfulrobustruggedstalwartsturdytoughvigorous

   Antonymesfeeblefrailpowerlesspunyweak

2. Intense or powerfulA2formal

   Having a powerful effect or influence; intense.

   fort, intense

   • The coffee is too strong for me.
   • She has a strong personality that commands attention.
   • There is a strong smell of smoke in the room.

   Synonymesforcefulformidableintensemightypotentpowerfultremendousvigorous

   Antonymesfaintfeeblefrailineffectivemildpowerlessweak

3. Resilient or durableB1formal

   Able to withstand force, pressure, or wear.

   Résistant ou durable

   • This rope is strong enough to hold the boat.
   • The building has a strong foundation.
   • Strong materials are used for the bridge construction.

   Synonymesdurablehardyresilientrobustruggedsolidsturdytough

   Antonymesdelicateflimsyfragilefrailweak

4. Confident or determinedB1formal

   Having a firm belief or determination.

   Fermement convaincu

   • She has strong opinions about environmental issues.
   • He made a strong argument in the debate.
   • They have a strong commitment to their community.

   Synonymesassertivedeterminedfirmpurposefulresoluteself-assuredsingle-mindedsteadfasttenaciousunwavering

   Antonymesindecisiveinsecureirresolutetimidweak