Synonyms for Harden
Definition of harden
- verb
- become hard or harder; "The wax hardened"
- make hard or harder; "The cold hardened the butter"
- harden by reheating and cooling in oil; "temper steel"
3 synonyms found
Writing tips for "harden"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like inure, season, temper can replace "harden" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Harden" in song lyrics
See how harden is used in real songs:
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"Get y'all hid encased in carbon, your arteries harden"
Atoms Family f/ Da Cryptic One, Jestone — 5 Lil Pumpkins -
"When hereon in the bank shed, dry it 'til it harden"
Lil Jon f/ Bun B, Ice Cube, Jadakiss, Nas, T.I. — Grand Finale -
"Making summer streams harden"
Pharcyde f/ Scott Wilson — World