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stronger

adj.
A2 Elementary US //ˈstɹɔŋɝ// UK //stɹˈɒŋɡɐ// stronger

adj. having more power, force, or ability than someone or something else. You use this to compare two things when one is more solid or effective.

adj. the comparative form of 'strong', indicating a greater degree of physical power, structural integrity, or persuasive force. Often used to describe arguments that are more logically sound or evidence-based.


SIMPLE

This new glue is much stronger than the old one.

CONTEXTUAL

The lawyer presented a stronger case by focusing on the physical evidence rather than witness testimony.

COMPLEX

In formal logic, an argument is considered stronger if the truth of its premises makes the conclusion more probable, even if it does not guarantee it with absolute certainty.

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Origin

From Middle English strongere, strengere (“stronger”), from Old English strongra, strengra (“stronger”), from Proto-Germanic strangizô (“stronger”), comparative of Proto-Germanic *strangaz (“strong”), equivalent to strong + -er. More at strong.

Usage

The comparative form of 'strong'; typically followed by 'than' when making a direct comparison.

Pitfall

more strongerstrongerLearners often use 'more' with one-syllable adjectives that already have an '-er' ending.

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