Toughen ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Toughen ( verb )

1. To make (something) harder, stronger, or more resistant.
2. To make (someone) more able to cope with difficulties or hardships.

Origin:

Middle english touchen, from old english tōcnian; related to old english tōcian to touch.

Examples:

1. The company has toughened its stance on discrimination.
2. He toughened up his workout routine to prepare for the marathon.
3. She toughened her resolve to quit smoking.
4. The new regulations were designed to toughen consumer protection.
5. The soldiers were toughened by rigorous training.

(As a noun)

Toughen ( noun )

1. To make (something) harder, stronger, or more resistant.
2. To make (someone) more able to cope with difficulties or hardships.

Origin:

Middle english touchen, from old english tōcnian; related to old english tōcian to touch.

Examples:

1. The company has toughened its stance on discrimination.
2. He toughened up his workout routine to prepare for the marathon.
3. She toughened her resolve to quit smoking.
4. The new regulations were designed to toughen consumer protection.
5. The soldiers were toughened by rigorous training.