reinforce

[ree-in-fawrs, -fohrs] / ˌri ɪnˈfɔrs, -ˈfoʊrs /

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

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The better strategy is to reinforce the leverage Washington already holds.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

The AI itself can reinforce those beliefs during repeated conversations.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

This strategic shift should reinforce the company’s market leadership and competitive advantage via a more comprehensive service offering.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

Most cabinet ministers have been circling the wagons, taking to the TV studios to reinforce his message that Sir Keir will not be walking away from Number 10 and tweeting support for him.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Wives uncoddled their husbands; there seemed no further need to reinforce their vanity.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison

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