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BUTTRESSED Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word buttressed. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word buttressed. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for BUTTRESSED

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fortified
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• secured with bastions or fortifications

• having something added to increase the strength

reinforced
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• given added strength or support

• (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

strengthened
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective satellite

• given added strength or support

supported
verb, adverb, adjectivev, adv, adj
adjective

• sustained or maintained by aid (as distinct from physical support)

• held up or having the weight borne especially from below

buttressing
verbv
noun

• a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building

Best Hypernyms For BUTTRESSED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for buttressed, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
fortified fortify reenforce reinforce reinforced strengthen strengthened support supported bolstered
Phrases (1)
beef up

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