# cemented

/səˈmɛntɪd/ (US) · /sɪmˈɛntɪd/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cemented
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

fixed or made very strong so that it is unlikely to change. You use this to describe a relationship, an idea, or a reputation that has become permanent.

For teachers: firmly established or reinforced; made permanent or secure. Often used as a participial adjective to describe abstract concepts like reputations, alliances, or beliefs.

## Examples

- Their victory cemented their reputation as the best team.
- The successful launch of the new product cemented the company's position as a leader in the tech industry.
- The signing of the historic peace treaty cemented the alliance between the two nations, ending decades of diplomatic tension and economic competition.

## Usage notes

- Often follows a linking verb like 'is' or 'became', or appears as a past participle modifying a noun.

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