a : to strengthen and secure (as a town) by forts or batteries
b : to give physical strength, courage, or endurance to<fortified by a hearty meal>
c : to add mental or moral strength to : encourage <fortifiedby prayer>
d : to add material to for strengthening or enriching<fortified milk>
I have found myself capable of things I never realized I could do, however, I still at times feel the need for help in overcoming my doubts and fears. I found the definitions of this word comforting and encouraging.