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FORTIFYING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Fortifying.

Fortifying - as a verb

Enclose by or as if by a fortification

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fort7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
close inenclose9inclose9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Prepare oneself for a military confrontation

Example: "The u.s. is girding for a conflict in the middle east"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arm5build upgird6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Add nutrients to

Example: "Fortified milk"

Add alcohol to (beverages)

Example: "The punch is spiked!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lace6spike11

Fortifying - as a noun

The process by which something is fortifyed.

Example Sentences

"We need to focus on fortifying our defenses against cyber attacks."
"The military used various techniques for fortifying their positions."
"She drank a fortifying cup of tea to prepare for the long day ahead."
"The fortifying aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the room."
"He took a fortifying walk in the crisp morning air to clear his mind."
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Word Game Points

Is FORTIFYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fortifying is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORTIFYING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is FORTIFYING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fortifying is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORTIFYING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is FORTIFYING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fortifying is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORTIFYING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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