Synonyms of solidifies

solidifies

verb

present tense third-person singular of solidify

1

as in hardens

to become physically firm or solid

water solidifying into ice

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hardens
• freezes
• stiffens
• congeals
• firms (up)
• crystallizes
• concretes
• sets
• indurates
• coagulates
• thickens
• encrusts
• gels
• gelatinizes
• petrifies
• calcifies
• ossifies
• jells
• cakes
• rigidifies
• calluses
• jellies
• clots
• anneals
• tempers
• gelates
• case-hardens

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• softens
• liquefies
• dissolves
• melts
• thaws
• fuses
• smelts
• unfreezes
• deliquesces
• fluxes

2

as in forms

to take on a definite form

my ideas on this topic are just starting to solidify

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forms
• crystallizes
• connects
• shapes (up)
• joins
• jells
• combines
• coheres
• unites
• coalesces
• unifies
• fuses
• associates
• couples
• links (up)
• conjoins
• conjugates

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• breaks down
• decays
• decomposes
• disintegrates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of solidifies

This incident, which occurred after he was allegedly seen drinking at bars, solidifies a pattern of injury and questionable decision-making for the player. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

But this solidifies the plan, at least to begin training camp. — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026

Opponents and rights groups said the announcement Sunday represents an escalation as Ortega further solidifies his grip on Nicaragua. — Anna-Catherine Brigida, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026

It was made using a 3D printing technique in which a liquid resin solidifies instantly when exposed to UV laser light. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026

The Warriors agreed to a new deal with Al Horford last week, and Porzingis’ deal further solidifies their plans at center, even as Draymond Green will reportedly opt out of his contract and enter free agency. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 June 2026

The mark further solidifies the hybrid’s position as the closest thing any of the Big Three makes to a genuine hypercar. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 23 June 2026

Marvin’s reaction to his brother’s shocking death solidifies that. — Ronda Racha Penrice, HollywoodReporter, 15 June 2026

Roslovic was surely hoping that a strong year on a contending team would boost his stock to earn a multi-year deal for his next spin on the July 1 market, but another underwhelming postseason only solidifies the red flags surrounding his game. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 10 June 2026