reinforce
/ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrs/
verb
- To make something stronger or more effective by adding extra support or material.
- She reinforced her argument with several examples from the study.
- We need to reinforce the team by hiring more experienced workers.
- The builders used steel beams to reinforce the old bridge.
- To strengthen a behavior or belief by rewarding or encouraging it.
- Praising a child for good behavior can reinforce that behavior.
- Positive feedback reinforces the habit of working hard.
- The teacher reinforced the lesson with a fun quiz.
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