CEFR B2

toughening

verb

Meaning

To make or become stronger, more resilient, or more resistant to difficulty, stress, or damage.

Examples

The company decided to toughen its security measures after the recent data breach.
Exposure to cold weather can toughen plants, making them more resistant to frost.

Synonyms: harden, strengthen, fortify, reinforce

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toughening (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈtʌfən/

Definition

To make or become stronger, more resilient, or more resistant to difficulty, stress, or damage.

Examples

The company decided to toughen its security measures after the recent data breach.
Exposure to cold weather can toughen plants, making them more resistant to frost.
Living in a big city can really toughen a person, teaching them to be more independent.

How to Use toughening

toughen up (phrasal verb): To become or make someone more resilient and less sensitive. — "The coach told the young players they needed to toughen up if they wanted to win."
toughen (something) against (something) (prepositional phrase): To make something more resistant to a specific threat or condition. — "They are trying to toughen the new material against extreme temperatures."

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