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Reinforce

//ˌɹiː.ɪnˈfɔːs// verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To strengthen, especially by addition or augmentation. transitive

    "He reinforced the handle with a metal rod and a bit of tape."

  2. 2
    make stronger wordnet
  3. 3
    To emphasize or review. transitive

    "The right homework will reinforce and complement the lesson!"

  4. 4
    strengthen and support with rewards wordnet
  5. 5
    To encourage (a behavior or idea) through repeated stimulus. transitive

    "Advertising for fast food can reinforce unhealthy dietary tendencies."

Etymology

From re- + inforce.

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