strength /streŋθ, strenθ/ ●●● S2 W2 noun1 physical 體力上的 [uncountableU]STRONG PERSON the physical power and energy that makes someone strong 體力,力氣,力量 OPP weaknesshave/find the strength to do somethingShe didn’t even have the strength to stand up. 她甚至連站起來的力氣都沒有了。
I’m trying to build up my strength. 我在努力增強體力。
Jo hit him with all her strength. 喬用盡全力打他。
He never ceased to be amazed by her physical strength. 他一直對她的體力感到驚詫。
2 determination 意志力 [uncountableU]DETERMINED the quality of being brave or determined in dealing with difficult or unpleasant situations 意志力,毅力have/find the strength to do somethingJenny didn’t have the strength to end the relationship. 珍妮沒有勇氣結束這段關系。
She had enormous strength of character (=strong ability to deal with difficult situations). 她意志很堅強。
strength of mind/purposeThe sea was very cold and it required great strength of mind to get in. 海水很冷,需要有很大的勇氣才能下去。
I think you have to find an inner strength in order to feel good about yourself. 我覺得只有找到内心的力量才能有自信。
→ tower of strength at tower1(3) 3 feeling/belief 感情/信仰 [uncountableU]STRONG FEELING OR BELIEF how strong a feeling, belief, or relationship is 堅強;堅定;強烈程度 SYN depthstrength ofGovernments cannot ignore the strength of public opinion. 政府不能忽視公衆輿論的力量。
We understand the strength of feeling against the proposal. 我們知道對該建議有強烈的反對情緒。
4 organization/country etc 組織/國家等 [uncountableU]POWER the political, military, or economic power of an organization, country, or system 〔政治、軍事或經濟上的〕實力strength ofthe strength of the US economy 美國的經濟實力
The socialists organized a show of strength (=when a country or organization shows how strong it is). 社會主義者組織了一場實力展示。
5 useful quality or ability 有用的品質或能力 [countableC]GOOD AT a particular quality or ability that gives someone or something an advantage 優點,長處,優勢 OPP weaknessHer main strength is her critical thinking ability. 她的最大長處在於她具有批判性思考的能力。
strength ofThe great strength of our plan lies in its simplicity. 我們這個計劃的最大長處在於它簡單易行。
Be aware of your own strengths and weaknesses. 要清楚你自己的長處和短處。
6 object 物體 [uncountableU]STRONG OBJECT how strong an object or structure is, especially its ability to last for a long time without breaking 強度 OPP weaknessstrength ofa device for testing the strength of concrete structures 測試混凝土結構強度的設備
7 substance/mixture 物質/混合物 [countableC, uncountableU]STRONG TASTE OR SMELL how strong a substance or mixture is 強度;濃度;烈度Add water to dilute the solution to the required strength. 在溶液中加水稀釋至規定濃度。
full-strength/half-strength/double-strength etcYoung plants can be fed with half-strength liquid fertilizer. 幼株可以施一半濃度的液體肥料。
8 number of people 人數 [uncountableU]NUMBER the number of people in a team, army etc 〔球隊、軍隊等的〕人力,人數;兵力The Edinburgh team are now at full strength. 愛丁堡隊現在是最佳陣容。
below strengthThe police force is below strength at the moment (=there are fewer police than there should be). 目前警力不足。
in strengthSecurity forces were out in strength (=in large numbers) but did not intervene. 安全部隊大量出動,但沒有進行幹預。
9 money 貨幣 [uncountableU]VALUE the value of a country’s money when compared to other countries’ money 〔某國貨幣價值的〕堅挺程度strength ofthe strength of the dollar on the international money markets 美元在國際貨幣市場上的堅挺程度
10 on the strength of something BECAUSEbecause of something 基於某事物;受某事物的鼓勵I bought the book on the strength of your recommendation. 由於你的推薦,我才買了這本書。
11 position of strength ADVANTAGEa position where you have an advantage over someone, especially in a discussion 〔尤指在討論中的〕優勢地位We must negotiate from a position of strength. 我們必須從一個優勢地位來進行談判。
12 go from strength to strength SUCCESSFULto become more and more successful 不斷取得成功;日益壯大For several years, the business went from strength to strength. 幾年來,該企業日益壯大。
go from strength to strength• We can't help but go from strength to strength.• While the company goes from strength to strength, the union claims, its employees are losing out.• But now they have gone, the story line has gone from strength to strength.• The railcoaches however, went from strength to strength and became the work-horses of the Blackpool system.• Ride are just going from strength to strength - one of the bands that are really cutting through at the moment.• On its own terms, meanwhile, the new philology went from strength to strength.• As these events were unfolding we were finding that our Partnership's lifestyle magazines were going from strength to strength. 13 natural force 自然力 [uncountableU]HEOHEM how strong a natural force is 強度,力度the strength of the sunlight 日光的強度
14. colour/light/flavour/smell etc 顔色/光線/味道/氣味等 [uncountableU]BRIGHT how strong a colour, taste etc is 濃度,濃淡程度 15. give me strength! spokenANNOY used when you are annoyed or angry about something 給我力量吧,真叫人受不了 〔用於表示煩惱或生氣〕give me strength!• I felt the blood running down my face, and the pain gave me strength.• Some one give me strength, I pray.• To find such understanding in a book gave me strength.• When things looked dark, when the way was long, you gave me strength to continue.• You say that I have the endurance - you say it in order to give me strength. 16. not know your own strength to not realize how strong you are 沒有意識到自己的力量 n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 1: the physical power and energy that makes someone strongadjectivesphysical strengthSome of the tasks required considerable physical strength.
great/enormous strengthHercules was famous for his great strength.
superhuman strength (=much greater than ordinary strength)In the movie, Walsh performs feats of superhuman strength.
superior strength (=greater than someone else's)Using his superior strength, Rocky dragged the struggling Larsen another twenty yards back.
brute strength (=physical strength rather than intelligence or careful thinking)There is more to wrestling than brute strength. Tactics are important too.
full strengthIt takes time to get your full strength back after you have been ill.
verbshave the strength to do somethingHe didn't even have the strength to sit up.
find the strength to do somethingMary found the strength to climb up onto the upturned boat.
use your strengthHe used all his strength to heave the door shut.
gather/muster/summon your strength (=get enough strength to do something)He sat for a couple of minutes, gathering his strength.
build up your strength (=make yourself stronger)You need to build up your strength.
gain strengthAfter the operation, he spent several weeks relaxing and gaining strength.
n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 2: the quality of being brave or determined in dealing with difficult or unpleasant situationsadjectivesgreat strengthShe showed great strength in dealing with her problems.
inner strengthGeoff had an inner strength which got him through the tough times.
mental strengthHe's a player who has the skill and the mental strength to win.
verbshave the strength to do somethingThis proved that he has the strength to cope with such a high-powered job.
find the strength to do somethingPaula had found the strength to escape from an abusive marriage.
gain/draw strength from somebody/somethingHe gained strength from being back with the people and things he loved.
show strengthThe decision to continue shows incredible strength and courage.
phrasesstrength of character (=strong ability to deal with difficult situations)The victims' families have shown amazing strength of character.
strength of purpose/mind (=determination to do something)In pursuing this ambition, William showed remarkable strength of purpose.
a source of strength (=person or thing that makes you brave or determined)Her faith had always been a source of strength for her.
n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 5: a particular quality or ability that gives someone or something an advantageadjectivesa great strengthDiversity is one of India's greatest strengths.
a real strengthThe play's real strength is the way it explores relationships.
verbsbuild on/capitalize on a strength (=use it as a basis for further achievement)The organization must move forward and capitalize on its strengths.
play to your strengths (=use people's qualities and abilities in the best way in order to achieve something)Both parties are playing to their strengths.
identify strengthsThe teacher can identify each child's strengths and build on these.
know somebody's strengthsIt's important to know your strengths as well as your weaknesses.
somebody's/something's strength lies in somethingThe show's strength lies in the fact that it appeals to all ages.
phrasesstrengths and weaknessesAll technologies have different strengths and weaknesses.
have/find the strength to do something• But would they even have the strength to dig counter-mines?• If he had been attached only to me, he would not have the strength to put up with me now.• Somehow then I found the strength to roll away, dragging my boots away from the clutch of the pile's soggy depths.• So we must find the strength to face it somehow.• Nor did she have the strength to be firm.• I didn't have the strength to squeeze out one more tear.• She would have the strength to do it, and she was right-handed.• How do you find the strength to overcome your natural panic and tap into greater, more positive emotional resources? have/find the strength to do something• But would they even have the strength to dig counter-mines?• If he had been attached only to me, he would not have the strength to put up with me now.• Somehow then I found the strength to roll away, dragging my boots away from the clutch of the pile's soggy depths.• So we must find the strength to face it somehow.• Nor did she have the strength to be firm.• I didn't have the strength to squeeze out one more tear.• She would have the strength to do it, and she was right-handed.• How do you find the strength to overcome your natural panic and tap into greater, more positive emotional resources?
strengths and weaknesses• Managers need to know their colleagues' strengths and weaknesses. From Longman Business Dictionary
strengthstrength /streŋθ, strenθ/ noun [countableC]1FINANCEECONOMICSthe value of a country’s money, especially when this is at a high levelstrength ofthe strength of the yen on the international money markets
2the power or influence that a person, organization, country etc hasstrength ofthe strength of the US economy
Before and during negotiations, a salesperson will benefit by assessing the relative strength of his power base.
3the good qualities or abilities that someone or something hasOne of her management strengths is the ability to delegate.
Judging one’s own strengths and weaknesses is far from easy.