reinforce

• Verb, das angibt, dass etwas gestärkt, gefestigt oder unterstützt wird, z. B. eine Idee, eine Struktur oder ein Verhalten.

A verb used to indicate the act of strengthening or supporting something, such as an idea, structure, or behavior.

1. Strengthen physicallyB2formal

   To make a structure or material stronger or more durable.

   Verstärken

   • They reinforced the bridge with steel beams.
   • The walls were reinforced to withstand earthquakes.
   • Concrete is often reinforced with metal bars.

   Synonymebracebuttressfortifyhardenshore upstiffenstrengthensupporttoughen

   Antonymedeteriorateundermineweaken

2. Strengthen an idea or behaviorB2formal

   To strengthen or support an idea, opinion, or behavior, often through repetition or rewards.

   Verstärken

   • Positive feedback reinforces good study habits.
   • The teacher reinforced the lesson with practical examples.
   • Rewards can reinforce desired behaviors in children.

   Synonymeback upbolsterbuttresscementencouragefortifypromotesolidifystrengthensupport

   Antonymediscourageundermineweaken