forsterket

Forsterket is a Norwegian adjective meaning strengthened or reinforced. It describes something that has been made stronger through changes, additions, or treatment. The term is widely used in technical contexts such as construction and materials science, as well as in figurative language.

It is the past participle of the verb forsterke (to strengthen). When used as an adjective, it modifies nouns, for example forsterket betong (reinforced concrete), forsterket glass (reinforced glass), or forsterket sikkerhet (enhanced security).

Etymology and grammar: derived from forsterke with the adjectival ending -et; in practice it denotes increased durability or resistance. It can appear in compound terms to indicate a higher level of strength or protection.

Usage: Forsterket has a neutral tone and is appropriate in encyclopedic writing. It covers literal strengthening of materials as well as abstract improvements, such as forsterket fokus or forsterket engasjement.

See also: forsterke, forsterkning, forsterket glass, forsterkede materialer.