solidify

[səˈlɪdɪfaɪ]

solidify Definition

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

• strengthen
• harden
• consolidate
• settle
• firm up

Antonyms for solidify

• weaken
• soften
• liquefy

Phrases with solidify

• solidify one's position

  to make one's position more secure or stable

  Example

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

• solidify a relationship

  to make a relationship stronger or more committed

  Example

  The couple took a trip together to solidify their relationship.

• solidify support

  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.'