strong

modif.

1. Physically strong; said especially of persons

   robust, sturdy, firm, muscular, sinewy, thewy, vigorous, stout, hardy, big, heavy, husky, lusty, active, potent, energetic, tough, virile, doughty, mighty, athletic, able-bodied, powerful, manly, heavy-set, stalwart, brawny, burly, wiry, strapping, having what it takes*, hard as nails*, made of iron*, in fine feather*, having the makings*.

   Antonyms weak*, emaciated*, feeble. *

2. Physically strong; said especially of things

   solid, sturdy, firm, staunch, unimpaired, well-established, well-founded, well-built, secure, tough, durable, able, unyielding, steady, stable, fixed, sound, powerful, mighty, tough, well-made, rugged, substantial, reinforced.

   Antonyms unstable*, insecure*, tottering.

3. Healthy

   sound, hale, hearty; see sense 1, healthy 1.

4. Firm

   steadfast, determined, staunch; see resolute 2.

5. Intelligent

   sagacious, clear-headed, perceptive; see intelligent 1.

6. Powerful

   great, mighty, influential; see powerful 1.

7. Extreme

   drastic, forceful, strict; see extreme 2.

8. Potent in effect

   powerful, potent, high-powered, stiff, power-packed, effective, hard, high-potency, stimulating, inebriating, intoxicating, hot*, spiked*.

9. Undiluted

   straight, rich, unmixed; see concentrated 1.

10. Intense

    sharp, acute, keen; see intense.

11. Distinct

    clear, marked, sharp; see definite 2, obvious 1, 2.

12. Competent

    adept, proficient, skilled; see able.

13. Financially sound

    stable, solid, safe; see reliable 2.

14. Convincing

    cogent, potent, forceful; see persuasive.

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