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fortified
[/ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪd/]
adjective
fortificado
1.
strengthened or secured with defensive structures or fortifications
The fortified castle withstood the siege for months.
O castelo fortificado resistiu ao cerco por meses.
2.
strengthened mentally or emotionally; encouraged or supported
She felt fortified by the support of her friends.
Ela se sentiu fortalecida pelo apoio de seus amigos.
3.
enhanced with added nutrients or ingredients
This fortified milk contains extra vitamin D.
Este leite fortificado contém vitamina D extra.
Synonyms
strengthened
reinforced
fortified
secure
defended
enhanced
Antonyms
weakened
undefended
vulnerable
exposed
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
fortificado
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
fortificado
Standard usage in Portuguese Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
fortified wine (vinho generoso/fortificado)
fortified position (posição fortemente defendida)
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