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strengthener

[/ˈstreŋθənər/]
nounpl: strengtheners
fortalecedor
1. A person or thing that strengthens or makes stronger
Regular exercise is a good strengthener for your muscles.
O exercício regular é um bom fortalecedor para seus músculos.
2. A substance or product added to something to increase its strength or durability
This hair conditioner contains a strengthener for damaged locks.
Este condicionador contém um fortalecedor para cabelos danificados.
3. Something that reinforces or solidifies a relationship, belief, or argument
Open communication is a strengthener of any relationship.
A comunicação aberta é um fortalecedor de qualquer relacionamento.
Synonyms
reinforcerfortifierboostertonic
Antonyms
weakenerdebilitator

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fortalecedor
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
fortalecedor
Common in commercial products
Portugal
reforçador
Alternative usage, particularly for structural reinforcement

Related Idioms & Phrases

a strengthener of bonds
what doesn't kill you makes you a strengthener
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