reinforce
/ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrs/
re · in · force
ˌriː · ɪn · ˈfɔːrs
English Definition
v. strengthen
Significado en Español
reforzar, fortalecer
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
củng cố, tăng cường
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Example Sentence
The team was reinforced by new members.
新成员加强了队伍。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
re(again)+in(strengthen)+force(power)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “reinforce”:
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A
bolster
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B
weaken
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C
undermine
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D
loosen
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A — bolster.
“reinforce” means v. strengthen
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
In order to ensure the stability of the structure, the engineers decided to _______ the foundation using additional steel beams.
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enhance
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B
ignore
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C
weaken
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D
relinquish
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A — enhance.
“reinforce” means v. strengthen
Common questions about “reinforce”
What does “reinforce” mean?
reinforce — v. strengthen. In Chinese: 加强，强化.
How do you pronounce “reinforce”?
reinforce is pronounced /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrs/. It breaks into 3 syllables: re · in · force.
How do you use “reinforce” in a sentence?
The team was reinforced by new members. (新成员加强了队伍。)
What are synonyms for “reinforce”?
strengthen, support — all close in meaning to reinforce (v. strengthen).
Is “reinforce” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. reinforce appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “reinforce”?
re(again)+in(strengthen)+force(power)
