Strong Similes
5 classic and creative similes for Strong - vivid comparisons you can use in writing, essays, and conversation. Browse the full list.
- As strong as an ox
- As strong as Hercules
- As strong as brandy
- As strong as Samson
- As strong as a bull
Frequently asked
What does "as strong as" mean?
"As strong as" is a simile - a comparison using "as" to make a quality vivid. When something is "as strong as" something else, the speaker is using the second thing as a familiar example of strongness, so the reader can picture the quality instead of just reading the word.
How many "as strong as" similes are there?
SimileStack lists 5 similes for Strong. Common ones include "As strong as a bull" and "As strong as an ox". The full list is on this page.
When should I use a "strong" simile in writing?
Use a "strong" simile when you want the reader to feel strongness rather than just register the adjective. They work especially well in description, character work, and dialogue, where one well-chosen comparison can do the work of a whole paragraph.