Bolster
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verb
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noun
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(As a verb)
Bolster ( verb )
- To support or strengthen something.
- To give a boost to something.
- To prop up or hold up something.
- To give encouragement or confidence to someone.
Origin:
Middle english: probably of scandinavian origin; related to norwegian bulstra "swell up".
Examples:
- The government is taking steps to bolster the economy.
- The company's new product helped to bolster sales.
- He propped the door open with a bolster.
- She tried to bolster his confidence before the interview.
- The new law is intended to bolster the rights of workers.
(As a noun)
Bolster ( noun )
- To support or strengthen something.
- To give a boost to something.
- To prop up or hold up something.
- To give encouragement or confidence to someone.
Origin:
Middle english: probably of scandinavian origin; related to norwegian bulstra "swell up".
Examples:
- The government is taking steps to bolster the economy.
- The company's new product helped to bolster sales.
- He propped the door open with a bolster.
- She tried to bolster his confidence before the interview.
- The new law is intended to bolster the rights of workers.