Reinforce
(verb)
- Make (something) stronger or more solid.
- Provide extra support or encouragement for (an idea, feeling, or action).
- Provide with additional troops or resources.
Origin:
Late middle english (in the sense "strengthen a military force"): from old french renforcer, from re- "again" + enforcir "strengthen", from en- "in" + forcer "force".
Examples:
- The walls were reinforced with steel beams.
- His confidence was reinforced by the success of his first book.
- The company reinforced its commitment to sustainability.
- The army reinforced its position in the border.
- Reinforce the structure with more concrete.