reinforcement

noun

ˌrē-ən-ˈfȯrs-mənt How to pronounce reinforcement (audio)
Definition of reinforcementnext
as in support
a structure that holds up or serves as a foundation for something else the consulting architect suggested using additional steel reinforcements to counteract the bridge's design flaw

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Recent Examples of reinforcement Attacking reinforcements appear to be the priority now, although the exact identity or specific positions those recruits play in remains unclear. — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Amid a season-worst slide, the Rockies are getting reinforcements. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026 The entire monument had to be covered in scaffolding for the $ 15 million in repairs and reinforcement. — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026 Lots of undivided attention, positive reinforcement, love, affection, and pride when my kids were successful. — Lauren Gelman, Parents, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reinforcement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reinforcement
  1. support
  2. brace
  3. pillar
  4. mounting
Noun
  • Yet, earlier this month, I, my fellow editors and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration personnel were informed that support for the Arctic Report Card — our flagship annual report since 2006 — is canceled.
    — Twila Moon, Washington Post, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Demographic experts are cautiously optimistic about the new scheme, which appears to offer more sustained and holistic support for families.
    — Angelica Ang, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of support
Noun
  • The service Friendly and welcoming, the restaurant staff wear bright pink braces over their crisp white shirts and seem to remember all of the regular guests.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • After examining her, the doctor recommended that our daughter wear a steel brace when sleeping.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of brace
Noun
  • Footwear is a key part of the strategy within several pillars outlined by Joseph Alkire, Kontoor’s president and chief financial officer.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Sports remains the third pillar of the country strategy, according to Oishi, who cites Prime Video’s existing rights to MLB, NBA and live boxing coverage in Japan.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of pillar
Noun
  • The weapon begins spinning violently, dragging the service member around before throwing him several yards from the mounting.
    — Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026
  • After that, there are further stages including preparation, conservation, and mounting.
    — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of mounting

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“Reinforcement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reinforcement. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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