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How does the noun strength contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of strength are energy, force, might, and power. While all these words mean "the ability to exert effort," strength applies to the quality or property of a person or thing that makes possible the exertion of force or the withstanding of strain, pressure, or attack.

use weight training to build your strength

When might energy be a better fit than strength?

While in some cases nearly identical to strength, energy applies to power expended or capable of being transformed into work.

a worker with boundless energy

When can force be used instead of strength?

Although the words force and strength have much in common, force implies the actual effective exercise of power.

used enough force to push the door open

When is it sensible to use might instead of strength?

The words might and strength can be used in similar contexts, but might implies great or overwhelming power or strength.

the belief that might makes right

When could power be used to replace strength?

In some situations, the words power and strength are roughly equivalent. However, power may imply latent or exerted physical, mental, or spiritual ability to act or be acted upon.

the awesome power of flowing water

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of strength Wishing strength to them in this difficult time. Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025 Imelda was previously forecasted as a tropical depression but has since gained strength. Miami Herald Hurricane Bot, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025 May the family be given strength. Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025 That can be achieved with adequate strength of our army, our long-range strike capabilities, and strong sanctions and pressure against Russia. Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 22 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for strength
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strength
Noun
  • China's carbon dioxide emissions from its power sector fell by almost 3% during the first half of this year as its growth in solar power matched the rise in electricity demand.
    Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
  • For me, the camera has a unique power in guiding me toward visualising complex, sometimes uncomfortable emotions that resist being pinned down by language.
    Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Despite its presence, the team struggled to secure long-term financial stability.
    Asli Pelit, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
  • That said, Powell’s latter comment about financial stability didn’t sit well with Yardeni.
    Fred Imbert, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Nightly entertainment, including magic shows and live music, brings energy to the evenings.
    Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Rebecca Hall plays Rosenkrantz and Ben Whishaw plays Hujar, who offers a detailed account of his previous day’s activity, involving such idiosyncratic eminences as Susan Sontag and Allen Ginsberg—and the sorts of gamesmanship and intimate tensions that ensnare and frustrate artistic energies.
    Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The Schwinn Elm and Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
    Anja Webb, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Previous waves of automation mostly replaced muscle; this one replaces judgment.
    Toby Stuart, Time, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Most weight training also raises your heart rate, and most cardio exercises help build muscles throughout your body.
    Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 29 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • As drones increasingly operate in cluttered, contact-prone spaces, whether for inspection, mapping, or delivery, improving their ability to withstand collisions could be critical in ensuring safety and reliability.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2025
  • That level of reliability is especially crucial as storms, heatwaves and cold snaps put additional pressure on power systems.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2025

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“Strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strength. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.

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