Vocabulary Entry

toughened

|verb • adjective

verb

Past tense of toughen; to make something more durable or resilient.

Example Sentences

"The trainer toughened the athletes through intense practice."

"She toughened her resolve to face the challenges ahead."

"The new materials were toughened to withstand extreme temperatures."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The toughened glass is shatter-resistant."

"His toughened exterior masked his sensitive personality."

"She has developed a toughened attitude after years of hardship."