Showing results for reinforces. Search instead for cervix+forceps.

reinforces

VERB

strengthen, augment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

add to bolster boost build up buttress emphasize enlarge fortify increase shore up stress support underline

STRONG

carry energize harden hype multiply prop stiffen stroke supplement sustain toughen

WEAK

add fuel to fire back up beef up heat up lend a hand pick up pillar prop up punch up soup up stand up for

Antonyms

STRONGEST

decrease diminish discourage hinder hurt lessen let down play down prevent reduce undermine weaken

STRONG

liquefy melt soften

WEAK

subtract take away

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

That last point reinforces the ultimate reason Pratt could never become L.A.’s next mayor: He really doesn’t believe in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“Today’s hold reinforces that the RBI is an orthodox inflation-targeting central bank,” Varma says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

White, who flew from Manchester Airport on Sunday as part of an international relief effort, said: "It really reinforces the need to make sure that we have all of the protective measures in place."

From BBC • May 24, 2026

More broadly, the country’s regulatory framework reinforces a disease-centric approach.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

Especially if every glance in a mirror reinforces it.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins