boost
/bˈust/
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Definitions
Noun
the act of giving hope or support to someone
Noun
an increase in cost; "they asked for a 10% rise in rates"
Noun
the act of giving a push; "he gave her a boost over the fence"
Verb
increase; "The landlord hiked up the rents"
Verb
give a boost to; be beneficial to; "The tax cut will boost the economy"
Verb
contribute to the progress or growth of; "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"
Verb
increase or raise; "boost the voltage in an electrical circuit"
Verb
push or shove upward, as if from below or behind; "The singer had to be boosted onto the stage by a special contraption"
Synonyms
More General Terms
aid
assist
assistance
back up
bring up
elevate
get up
help
increase
increment
lift
push
pushing
raise
support
thrust
More Specific Terms
carry
conduce
connive at
contribute
feed
foster
further
help
lead
morale booster
morale building
spur
wink at