Synonyms of bolsters

bolsters 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of bolster

1

as in supports

to hold up or serve as a foundation for

used additional beams to bolster the ceiling

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supports
• sustains
• carries
• upholds
• stays
• underpins
• undergirds
• bears
• shores (up)
• buttresses
• braces
• underlies
• steadies
• props (up)
• trusses

2

as in reinforces

to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)

a couple of tournament wins would bolster the extravagant claims that have been made on behalf of the young golfer

Synonyms & Similar Words

• reinforces
• supports
• proves
• confirms
• corroborates
• backs
• establishes
• shores (up)
• substantiates
• buttresses
• verifies
• affirms
• validates
• avouches

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• undermines
• weakens
• undercuts

bolsters

2 of 2

noun

plural of bolster

as in brackets

Related Words

• brackets
• arches
• pillars
• columns
• girders
• bearings
• stands
• supports
• pedestals
• pilasters
• cantilevers
• pegs
• struts
• mounts
• buttresses
• spurs
• stakes
• reinforcements
• shores
• underpinnings
• props
• crutches
• shorings
• mountings
• stanchions
• stilts
• stays
• foundations
• posts
• trusses
• braces
• frames
• bases

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bolsters

Verb

The Justice Department also argues that the Supreme Court’s recent ruling that states may ban transgender girls from female sports team bolsters its case. — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 17 July 2026

In a broadly sweet, vivacious and gorgeously sung set Tuesday, that sentiment revealed the moral clarity that bolsters her songs about devotion and intimacy. — Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Some analysts push back, saying a Libya pact bolsters US diplomatic efforts in Africa. — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 14 July 2026

If successful, the experimental therapy could deliver an immune rejuvenation breakthrough – one that bolsters the immune system rather than targeting a specific pathogen or disease. — New Atlas, 2 July 2026

Langeliers bolsters All-Star bid Langeliers became just the second A’s player to hit at least 20 home runs in four straight seasons, following Khris Davis, who did so from 2016 through 2019. — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026

The art collection bolsters the cheerful, polychromatic spirit of the interiors. — Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026

This 31% Prime Day discount only bolsters that recommendation. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026

Recent news also bolsters your relevance and placement in AI search results, which is important since half of B2B buyers start their purchasing journey in an AI chatbot. — Heather Kelly, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026