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adjective

Definition of inurednext
as in hardy
able to withstand hardship, strain, or exposure the weather-beaten, inured faces of farmers

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inured

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verb

past tense of inure
as in strengthened
to make able to withstand physical hardship, strain, or exposure the hardship of army training inured her to the rigors of desert warfare

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inured
  1. hardy
  2. strengthened
  3. sturdy
  4. hardened
  5. strong
  6. rugged
  7. tough
  8. vigorous
Adjective
  • Foliage remains evergreen in locations where plants are winter hardy.
    — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Balancing hardy explorer capabilities with a design that’s fresh and elegant, the brand new M will be a hot topic at the upcoming show.
    — Katia Damborsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of hardy
Verb
  • The first direct link between alcohol use and cancer was first established in the late 1980s, and evidence for this link has strengthened over time, according to the report.
    — Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Dubai Duty Free also strengthened its senior management team with eight senior managers appointed to key roles, including seven UAE nationals.
    — Kevin Rozario, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of strengthened
Adjective
  • It’s built from a sturdy metal base with a solid wood and plywood frame and has a swivel design that rotates 360 degrees.
    — Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until this storm passes.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2025
Definition of sturdy
Verb
  • European colonial rule hardened the distinction.
    — Emmet Livingstone, The Dial, 20 Mar. 2025
  • The company doesn't say if the glass is hardened against breakage like Gorilla Glass.
    — PCMAG, PCMAG, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of hardened
Adjective
  • According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.
    — Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
  • This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.
    — National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
Definition of strong
Adjective
  • This ceramic vase has a rugged, natural matte texture and measures 14.4 inches high, so it’s bound to be a statement piece on your table, mantle, etc.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Average or above skaters who can make plays and contribute to the rugged side of the game.
    — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of rugged
Adjective
  • What tough lessons does Cole learn through the process of getting involved with a patient this season?
    — Max Gao, Variety, 4 Apr. 2025
  • But, then, the Warriors aren’t the only tough out in an overloaded Western Conference.
    — Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2025
Definition of tough
Adjective
  • These look sporty and have high side bolsters, which keep you firmly in place during vigorous driving.
    — James Morris, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • Seedlings seem susceptible to diseases and not vigorous enough to form the new turf.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Mar. 2025
Definition of vigorous
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