1
as in enriched
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in armed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in braced
to prepare (oneself) mentally or emotionally
Kelly fortified herself for the basketball tournament with a series of confidence-boosting exercises
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in strengthened
to increase the ability of (as a muscle) to exert physical force
he downed another granola bar to fortify himself for the rest of the bike ride
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in hardened
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure
bought lots of warm clothing to fortify ourselves against the cold
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fortified
Reuters, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
Madinat al-Zahra was a fortified city on the outskirts of present-day Córdoba, Spain.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
Wana Brands strongly focuses on cannabinoids, with a line of CBD-only gummies and THC gummies fortified with CBD and other cannabinoids.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for fortified 
Adjective
Many are Chinese syndicates that operate from fortified compounds staffed by trafficked workers.
—Reuters, CNN, 7 Oct. 2024
Madinat al-Zahra was a fortified city on the outskirts of present-day Córdoba, Spain.
—Chadd Scott, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
Verb
Higher-income households have been fortified by huge gains in housing and stock market wealth since the pandemic.
—Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2024
Wana Brands strongly focuses on cannabinoids, with a line of CBD-only gummies and THC gummies fortified with CBD and other cannabinoids.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 16 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for fortified
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortified
Adjective
-
An armed guard returned fire, and at least 10 shots total were fired during the mayhem, according to police.Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
-
At the same time, UNICEF emergency response teams remain active in humanitarian settings worldwide — including in areas of armed conflict — delivering lifesaving and life-sustaining assistance to impacted children and families.Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Johnson braced lawmakers for the incoming package, particularly conservatives who have called for new spending to be offset with savings.Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
-
European markets were lower on Monday, as traders braced for the final week of central bank action this year and three French media businesses listed in Europe.Jenni Reid,Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 16 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Economic Benefits and Future Challenges The shale industry’s growth has provided numerous jobs, strengthened local economies in production hubs, and bolstered national energy security.Robert Rapier, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
-
Comments on the new Volvo seem to have strengthened their loyal customer base and perhaps even expanded it further.Zain Jaffer, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Interestingly, the satellites won’t be hardened against radiation.John Koetsier, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
-
But the war has hardened Putin’s resolve and narrowed his options.Andrea Kendall-Taylor, Foreign Affairs, 18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Sugar crystals derived from sugarcane or sugar beets undergo several refinement stages to make white sugar, which causes nutrient loss.2 Clarifiers, preservatives, and bleaching agents are added to sugar crystals while making sugar, leading to nutrient losses.Jillian Kubala, Health, 29 Dec. 2024
-
Still, most people do not get enough vitamin D, turning to supplements to fill nutrient gaps.Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 28 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
Thankfully there are no shortage of brands making nutritious eating look cool.Anna Haines, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
-
There were upside-down trees torn up by hungry elephants searching for nutritious roots.Lucy Edwards, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Artificial sweeteners: Artificial sweeteners are zero- or low-calorie alternatives to nutritive sweeteners, such as table sugar.Chaunie Brusie, RN, Parents, 1 July 2024
-
From helpful nutritive additions and lymphatic massage to journaling, reading, and simply spending time with loved ones, Elsesser finds ways to prioritize herself, at home and abroad.Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 23 Feb. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near fortified
Cite this Entry
“Fortified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortified. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share