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fortifier

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈfɔːrtɪfaɪər/

KK: /ˈfɔrtɪˌfaɪər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that strengthens or reinforces something, often used in the context of food or structures.


Example

The fortifier added essential nutrients to the food to make it healthier.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever met a real-life fortifier?
Sloth B
I haven't, but it sounds like an interesting job.
Sloth A
Yeah, I wonder what it’s like to be someone who fortifies structures.
Sloth B
It must be pretty rewarding to help make things stronger!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
strengthener
protector
safeguard
Antonyms
weakened
detractor
vulnerable
Root Explanation

Fortifier → It is formed from "fortis" (meaning strong) and "-ficare" (meaning to make). The word "fortifier" means to make something strong or to strengthen.

Memory Tip

Think of making something 'strong' ('fortis') — that's why a fortifier is something that strengthens.

Visually Confused Words
mortifier
fructifier
ratifier
notifier
unfortified
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