strength

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. the ability to stay calm and brave during a difficult or sad time.

n. mental or emotional resilience; the capacity to endure hardship or maintain resolve.

“She showed great strength after losing her job and immediately started looking for a new one.”

“It takes considerable inner strength to admit one's mistakes in a professional environment where perfection is expected.”

B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. how powerful or concentrated something is, like a smell, a light, or a drink.

n. the degree of intensity or potency of a force, substance, or feeling.

“The strength of the wind increased as the storm moved closer to the coast.”

“The pharmacist explained that the strength of the medication would be adjusted based on the patient's response to the initial dose.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a particular skill or good quality that someone has.

n. a specific quality or attribute that provides an advantage or makes someone effective.

“Public speaking is one of her greatest strengths as a manager.”

“During the interview, the candidate was asked to identify both his professional strengths and areas where he required further development.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Formal

n. the total number of people in a group, like an army or a team.

n. the full complement of personnel in a military unit or organisation.

“The police force is back to full strength after the new officers finished their training.”

“The battalion was at half strength following the winter campaign, necessitating an immediate call for reinforcements from the capital.”