industrial-strength

• Descreve algo extremamente resistente, potente ou durável, muitas vezes usado metaforicamente para enfatizar eficácia ou intensidade.

Describes something that is extremely strong, powerful, or durable, often used metaphorically to emphasize effectiveness or intensity.

1. Extremely strong or durableB2informal

   Designed to withstand heavy use or extreme conditions; very powerful or concentrated.

   de força industrial

   • This industrial-strength cleaner can remove even the toughest stains.
   • He bought an industrial-strength vacuum cleaner for the workshop.
   • The glue is industrial-strength and will hold the broken parts together permanently.

   Sinônimosdurableheavy-dutypowerfulrobustruggedsturdytough

   Antônimosdelicateflimsyfragileweak

2. Very powerful or effectiveB2informal

   Used metaphorically to describe something that is extremely effective, intense, or potent.

   Extremamente forte ou eficaz

   • She needed an industrial-strength coffee to wake up this morning.
   • The company launched an industrial-strength marketing campaign.
   • His industrial-strength patience was tested by the long delays.

   Sinônimoseffectiveforcefulhard-hittingheavy-dutyhigh-poweredintensepotentpowerfulrobuststrong

   Antônimosfeebleimpotentineffectivemildweak