REINFORCE Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

reinforce

verb

ˌrē-ən-ˈfȯrs

variants also reenforce

Definition of reinforce

as in to bolster

to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea) letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate

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Recent Examples of reinforce In the following years, airlines met requirements to reinforce cockpit doors to prevent intrusion. — Miles J. Herszenhorn, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026 The trunk lid was reinforced and features a huge, adjustable carbon fiber wing mounted on trapezoidal supports. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 10 Sep. 2026 That talent delivers an even stronger customer experience, which reinforces the product’s reputation. — Maureen Burke, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026 Turbine cancellations haven't materialized, and order growth has actually accelerated in some states considering data center moratoriums, reinforcing our confidence in the long-term power demand story. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reinforce

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Rutte pledged to increase support for Ukraine and bolster the 32-nation alliance's own defenses along its long eastern border with Russia.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026
Rutte pledged to increase support for Ukraine and bolster the 32-nation alliance’s own defenses along its long eastern border with Russia.

— Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026

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If the folks in charge really fixed the offensive line, maybe new coach Todd Monken’s offense can create big plays and support a defense that still has top talent.

— Zac Jackson, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
The documentary is narrated by actor Gary Sinise, whose own direction in life was profoundly affected by the attacks and ultimately inspired the creation of his foundation to support veterans, first responders, and their families.

— Amy DeLaura, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2026

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