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solidify

[səˈlɪdɪfaɪ]

solidify Definition

  • 1to make something solid or stronger
  • 2to become solid or stronger

Using solidify: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "solidify" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cooling lava began to solidify into rock formations.

  • Example

    We need to solidify our plans before the meeting tomorrow.

  • Example

    The team's defense has solidified since the new coach arrived.

  • Example

    The company's financial position has solidified over the past year.

solidify Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for solidify

Antonyms for solidify

Phrases with solidify

  • to make one's position more secure or stable

    Example

    The CEO worked hard to solidify her position in the company.

  • to make a relationship stronger or more committed

    Example

    The couple took a trip together to solidify their relationship.

  • to gain more support and make it more firm or secure

    Example

    The politician worked to solidify support from key constituents.

Origins of solidify

from French 'solidifier', from Latin 'solidus' meaning 'solid'

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Summary: solidify in Brief

The verb 'solidify' [səˈlɪdɪfaɪ] means to make something solid or stronger, or to become solid or stronger. It can refer to physical substances like lava turning into rock formations, or to abstract concepts like plans or relationships becoming more secure. Examples include 'The team's defense has solidified since the new coach arrived.' and 'The CEO worked hard to solidify her position in the company.'

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