Consolidar
Example: El país logró consolidar su independencia tras años de lucha.
Definition
"Consolidar" means to make something stronger or more solid, especially in the context of history or politics. It refers to the process of reinforcing or securing achievements, such as a country strengthening its independence after a long struggle.
Etymology
The word "consolidar" comes from the Latin verb consolidare, which means 'to make firm or solid.' It combines 'con-' meaning 'together' and 'solidare' meaning 'to make solid.' Did you know? The term originally referred to physical solidity before being used metaphorically for abstract ideas like power or independence.
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"Consolidar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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