Solidify Meaning
/səˈlɪdɪˌfaɪ/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo make solid; convert into a solid body.
verbTo concentrate; consolidate, reinforce.
Sentence Examples
The dictator reorganised the country's leadership line-up in order to solidify his power base.
Mary finds that discussing topics with Tom helps solidify her knowledge.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The concrete mixture will ____ within a few hours after it is poured.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Wait for the jelly to ____ in the refrigerator before you try to serve it to the guests.
Word Origin & History
From French solidifier. By surface analysis, solid + -ify.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Emerging from Kennaway Tunnel, the train sweeps to the right, affording views of the recent work to solidify the railway here."
— 2023 August 23, Pip Dunn, “The last bastion of the HST 'Castles'”, in RAIL, number 990, page 49:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The concrete mixture will ____ within a few hours after it is poured.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Wait for the jelly to ____ in the refrigerator before you try to serve it to the guests.