- present tense form of fortify (3rd person singular).
fortifies
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It builds and fortifies institutions that require political actors to reason, argue and compromise with one another—checks and balances, federalism, bicameralism and so on.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Prebiotic fiber, from sources like legumes, fortifies the good bacteria in your digestive system and, in turn, benefits your metabolism and immune system.
From MarketWatch ● May 10, 2026
This fortifies the inversion as it squeezes downward on the marine layer.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 30, 2023
The deal, announced Tuesday, fortifies the interior of the Steelers offensive line as Pittsburgh builds around second-year quarterback Kenny Pickett.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 21, 2023
Fortificā′tion, the art of strengthening a military position by means of defensive works: the work so constructed: that which fortifies; For′tifier.
From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) by Various