robustecer

to strengthen

verb rroh-boos-teh-SEHR Rare

Usage Note

Robustecer is an -ecer verb that follows the conocer conjugation pattern, with a zc spelling change in the first-person singular present (robustezco) and in the present subjunctive. It is more formal than fortalecer and tends to appear in political, economic, or institutional contexts.

Examples

"El acuerdo busca robustecer la democracia."

Natural Translation

The agreement seeks to strengthen democracy.

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