strengthen
verb/fuɾtɐlɨˈseɾ/medium
for·ta·le·cer
Definition
To make or become stronger.
Exercise helps to strengthen your core muscles.
The new evidence will strengthen our case.
Common collocations
strengthen tiesstrengthen the economystrengthen one's resolve
Etymology
Do latim *fortis* (forte) + o sufixo verbal -ecer.