Another word for strong
Strong (adjective): having great physical power, force, intensity, or influence. Below are 21 synonyms across 4 senses. Tap a chip for its nuance and an example.
Most formal: acute, resilient, potentStrongest: potent, formidable, intense
25 synonyms shown
Physical power · adjective
having much physical strength or force
Forceful effect · adjective
having a strong effect, impact, or influence
High degree · adjective
having a high concentration, level, or intensity
Robust taste · adjective
having a rich, full flavor or smell
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Drag the amber target to how strong and how formal you need the word to be. The three closest synonyms light up.
You asked for: equal strength, neutral register
- powerful — broader physical or effective force
- brawny — large and physically powerful
- muscular — built with visible muscles
The dashed ring marks “strong” itself: neutral strength, neutral register.
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How to choose
Use strong when you mean general strength; choose a more specific synonym when you want to highlight force, durability, conviction, or taste. Strong is broad and natural, but words like potent, robust, and compelling can sound sharper or more precise in the right context.
Antonyms of strong
- weak
- feeble
- frail
- slight
- mild
- gentle
- powerless
- fragile
All synonyms at a glance
| Synonym | Strength | Formality | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| powerful | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, creative |
| muscular | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| sturdy | 2/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| robust | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| resilient | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| brawny | 3/5 | neutral | creative, casual |
| potent | 4/5 | formal | academic, business |
| effective | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| impactful | 3/5 | neutral | business, creative, casual |
| compelling | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| convincing | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| formidable | 4/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
| intense | 4/5 | neutral | academic, business, creative, casual |
| heavy | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| pronounced | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| deep | 3/5 | neutral | creative, casual |
| bold | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| acute | 4/5 | academic | academic |
| full-bodied | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| rich | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual, creative |
| piquant | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, creative |
Questions about synonyms for strong
What is the most formal or academic synonym for strong?
It depends on the sense, but robust, potent, and pronounced are often the most formal choices. Robust works well for durability or growth, while potent is better for effects or influence.
What is a stronger word than strong?
Formidable, intense, and potent can feel stronger depending on the meaning. Formidable suggests something hard to face, while intense and potent emphasize high force or effect.
What is a milder alternative to strong?
Powerful is usually close to strong, but not always milder; sturdy and effective are often softer choices in the right context. If you want a gentler tone, choose the synonym that narrows the meaning rather than heightens it.