Strength
(noun)
- The quality or state of being physically strong.
- The ability to resist being moved or broken by force.
- The ability to resist attack or pressure.
- A sense of solidity or robustness.
- The quality or state of being mentally or emotionally strong.
Origin:
Old english strength, of germanic origin; related to dutch sterkte and german stärke.
Examples:
- He had great physical strength.
- The bridge was tested for strength.
- He had the strength to resist temptation.
- The building had a sense of strength.
- She had the strength to cope with the tragedy.