Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hardening
noun
/ˈhɑːrdənɪŋ/
Definition
The process of becoming hard or more solid.
Examples
- The hardening of cement takes place as it dries.
- His resolve showed a hardening of determination after the setback.
- Climate change is leading to the hardening of ice in the polar regions.
Meaning
Hardening refers to the act of making something firm, strong, or resistant, often through a chemical or physical process.
Synonyms
- solidification
- stiffening
- fortification
- strengthening
