solidify

verb

so·​lid·​i·​fy sə-ˈli-də-ˌfī How to pronounce solidify (audio)
solidified; solidifying

transitive verb

1
: to make solid, compact, or hard
2
: to make secure, substantial, or firmly fixed
factors that solidify public opinion

intransitive verb

: to become solid, compact, or hard
solidification noun

Examples of solidify in a Sentence

Work is under way to solidify the concrete that supports the building. Hot wax solidifies as it cools. Recent findings helped to solidify our position. The international community is working to solidify its alliances.
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This move has further solidified Binance as a trusted entity among seasoned crypto investors. Jon Stojan, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 The recording process spanned three years as the then-burgeoning musician shaped and solidified its 14-song track list. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2024 The list of nominees for the 67th Grammy Awards' 94 categories can be applauded for its undeniable diversity, with pop, country and hip-hop artists crisscrossing categories and solidifying the notion that genre boundaries can be bent. Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 Once a lead becomes a customer, identify opportunities to offer complementary products that increase revenue, enhance customer lifetime value and solidify brand advocacy. Jonathan Schwartz, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for solidify 

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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The first known use of solidify was in 1799

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“Solidify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solidify. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

solidify

verb
so·​lid·​i·​fy sə-ˈlid-ə-ˌfī How to pronounce solidify (audio)
solidified; solidifying
: to make or become solid, compact, or hard

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