fortified

/ˈfɔrtəˌfaɪd/
adjective
  1. Strengthened or protected against attack, especially with walls, towers, or other military defenses.
    • The fortified bunker was designed to survive a direct bomb hit.
    • During the war, the town became a fortified stronghold for the army.
    • The ancient castle had fortified walls that withstood many sieges.
  2. Made stronger or more effective, especially by adding something.
    • His argument was fortified by new evidence from the research study.
    • The bridge was fortified with steel beams to handle heavier traffic.
    • She drank fortified orange juice with extra vitamin C to boost her immune system.
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