fortified (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪd/

Definition

Strengthened against attack, or enhanced with additional substances to improve quality or nutritional value.

Examples

• The ancient city was fortified with high walls and watchtowers to protect its inhabitants.

• Many breakfast cereals are fortified with essential vitamins and minerals.

• The border outpost was heavily fortified with sandbags and barbed wire after recent skirmishes.

How to Use fortified

fortified with (prepositional phrase)

Strengthened or enhanced by the addition of something. — "The cereal is fortified with iron and folic acid."

heavily fortified (collocation)

Very strongly protected or strengthened. — "The castle was heavily fortified with multiple layers of defense."

Synonyms of fortified

Words with a similar meaning to fortified:

• strengthened
• reinforced
• barricaded
• enriched
• buttressed

Antonyms of fortified

Words with the opposite meaning to fortified:

• weakened
• vulnerable
• depleted

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