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fortified

/ˈfɔːtɪfaɪd/

noun

Meaning

  • A fortified wine.

verb

Meaning

  • To increase the defenses of; to strengthen and secure by military works; to render defensible against an attack by hostile forces.

  • To impart strength or vigor to.

  • To add spirits to wine to increase the alcohol content.

    "Sherry is made by fortifying wine."

  • To increase the nutritional value of food by adding ingredients.

    "Soy milk is often fortified with calcium."

Synonyms

castellate,
incastellate,
incastle,
secure,
strengthen