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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 Start half strength liquid fertilizer applications weekly after the seeds germinate. Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 June 2025 One who understands that the strength of one’s convictions doesn’t refer to a pending federal sentence. Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025 The story told through the fragrance taps into a deep emotional connection that aims to transcend generations and cultures, celebrating strength, elegance and the delicacy of femininity. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 27 June 2025 Different uses for the concrete would need different levels of strength or pliability. Alex Music, Idaho Statesman, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for strength
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strength
Noun
  • Reality Check is a Star series holding those with power to account and shining a light on their decisions.
    David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2025
  • Why Tacit Knowledge Often Isn't Shared Despite its power, tacit knowledge rarely flows freely.
    Wayne Yu, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • Limiting renewable energy development also raises concerns about electric reliability, says Heather Reams, president of Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions, a right-of-center advocacy group.
    Michael Copley, NPR, 27 June 2025
  • The aviation industry has long been cautious about innovation, a stance rooted in valid concerns around safety and reliability.
    Tanya Fileva, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • Low energy is also frequently reported among folks with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—a disorder that causes hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and other symptoms like excessive hair growth and acne.
    Julia Ries, SELF, 23 June 2025
  • Any final decision to close the waterway rests with the country's national security council, and its possibility has raised the specter of higher energy prices and aggravated geopolitical tensions, with Washington calling upon Beijing to prevent the strait's closure.
    Sam Meredith, CNBC, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • Globally, heatwaves, droughts, and extreme weather are disrupting supply chains, inflating food prices, and undermining financial stability.
    Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
  • Clean energy advocates responded vociferously that renewables could provide stability as Europe tried to wean itself off of Russian energy.
    Justin Worland, Time, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • As muscular as Lewis-Parry already is, special makeup effects supervisor John Nolan added even more muscles on top of his massive frame, especially to his back.
    Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 21 June 2025
  • Your core includes the muscles that surround your spine, from your abdominals to your lower back.
    Katie Camero, SELF, 20 June 2025

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“Strength.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strength. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

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