strong
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Sense: Adjective: physically powerful
Synonyms:
robust Collocations, sturdy Collocations, firm Collocations, muscular, muscly, tough Collocations, powerful Collocations, athletic Collocations, strapping , forceful, manly, heavyset, heavy-set, brawny, burly, rugged Collocations, beefy , buff Collocations , big Collocations, virile, well-built, tough as old boots
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weak Collocations, feeble Collocations, delicate Collocations, bony, frail Collocations, puny, small Collocations
Sense: Adjective: durable
Synonyms:
durable Collocations, resilient Collocations, sturdy Collocations, heavy-duty, reinforced, well-constructed, well-built, well-made, solidly built, solid Collocations, sound Collocations
Sense: Adjective: intense
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intense Collocations, forceful, powerful Collocations, blustery, vigorous, potent, heavy Collocations, severe Collocations, dramatic Collocations, harsh Collocations, oppressive, heady
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mild Collocations, moderate Collocations, calm Collocations, light Collocations, peaceful Collocations, gentle Collocations, minor Collocations
Sense: Adjective: healthy
Synonyms:
sound Collocations, hale and hearty, hearty, healthy Collocations, flourishing, physically fit, fit Collocations, robust Collocations, in peak condition, in tip-top condition, in great shape , in good shape , in good health, in good nick
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emaciated, ill Collocations, sick Collocations, poorly Collocations , delicate Collocations, ailing Collocations, wilting, withering, under the weather
Sense: Adjective: powerful
Synonyms:
great Collocations, mighty Collocations, influential Collocations, powerful Collocations, forceful, formidable, dynamic Collocations, vise-like, vice-like
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Sense: Adjective: determined
Synonyms:
steadfast Collocations, determined Collocations, strong-willed, resolute, staunch, obstinate, firm Collocations, decisive Collocations, self-confident Collocations, forceful, tough Collocations, hard as nails , plucky , tenacious, unswerving, unwavering, unyielding, resilient Collocations, tough as leather, tough as old boots , brave Collocations, courageous Collocations, made of strong stuff
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irresolute, hesitant, faltering, wavering, fickle Collocations, uncertain Collocations, indecisive, doubtful Collocations, unsure, spineless
Sense: Adjective: able - followed by 'on'
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capable Collocations, able Collocations, clever Collocations, smart Collocations, brainy , competent Collocations, knowledgeable Collocations, intelligent Collocations, well-versed, well-informed, informed Collocations
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dim Collocations, dull Collocations, dim-witted, slow Collocations, thick Collocations, dumb Collocations, stupid Collocations, useless Collocations, slow on the uptake
Sense: Adjective: thriving - economy, etc.
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thriving Collocations, flourishing, sound Collocations, blooming, robust Collocations, fighting fit, on the up and up , bullish, bull Collocations, prospering, doing well
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average Collocations, ordinary Collocations, conventional Collocations, medium Collocations, normal Collocations
Sense: Adjective: convincing
Synonyms:
convincing, persuasive, effective Collocations, compelling Collocations, telling, plausible Collocations, weighty, well-founded
Antonyms:
unconvincing
Sense: Adjective: secure
Synonyms:
secure Collocations, stable Collocations, solid Collocations, reliable Collocations, sturdy Collocations, unshakable, unshakeable, unbreakable, firm Collocations, robust Collocations, safe Collocations
Sense: Adjective: extreme or radical
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Sense: Adjective: undiluted
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undiluted, neat Collocations, pure Collocations, uncut, concentrated, industrial-strength, full-strength, potent, pungent, heady, intoxicating, hard Collocations
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Sense: Adjective: overpowering - flavor or smell
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distinct Collocations, pungent, spicy Collocations, hot Collocations, biting Collocations, overpowering, sharp Collocations
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Sense: Adjective: keen
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keen Collocations, fervent, eager Collocations, deep Collocations, zealous, passionate Collocations, ardent, enthusiastic Collocations
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incompetent, inept, incapable, unqualified, inexperienced, unskilled, clumsy Collocations, unfit, not up to scratch
Sense: Adjective: distinct - accent, etc.
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distinct Collocations, heavy Collocations, thick Collocations, broad Collocations, marked Collocations, pronounced
Sense: Adjective: bright in color
Synonyms:
bright Collocations, vivid Collocations, loud Collocations, bold Collocations, saturated, garish, pure Collocations, vibrant Collocations, glaring, dazzling Collocations, in-your-face