toughener
Makes things stronger
A toughener is something that makes a material or person tougher.
In industrial contexts, tougheners are additives that increase a material's resistance to cracking or breaking: The epoxy contains a rubber toughener for improved impact resistance.
Figuratively, difficult experiences serve as tougheners: Boot camp was a toughener for the new recruits.
Agent promoting rigidity
- catalystAgent enabling change
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
- reinforcerConsequence increasing behavior
stabilizer · curing · plasticizer · binder · densifier · solidifier · coagulant · modifier
Add strength to something
- fortifyMake stronger against threat
- strengthenMake more robust
- consolidateUnite separate things
- solidifyMake or become hard
stiffen · temper · steel · harden · bolster · brace · buttress · condition
Sustained effort capacity
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
stamina · robustness · durability · steadfastness · determination · hardiness · mettle · resistance
hardener
Agent promoting rigidity
- catalystAgent enabling change
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- polymerLarge repeated-unit molecule
reinforcer · stabilizer · curing · plasticizer · binder · densifier · solidifier · coagulant · modifier · resin
reinforce
Add strength to something
- fortifyMake stronger against threat
- strengthenMake more robust
- consolidateUnite separate things
solidify · stiffen · temper · steel · harden · bolster · brace · buttress · condition · season
endurance
Sustained effort capacity
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
tenacity · stamina · robustness · durability · steadfastness · determination · hardiness · mettle · resistance · adaptability
toughenersoftener
Agent that reduces hardness
plasticizer · weakener · emollient · tenderizer · lubricant
- toughen upBecome less easily hurt
- toughened upBecame more resilient
- toughening upBecoming less sensitive
- toughened glassHeat-treated safety pane