Meaning of the word boost in English

What does boost mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

boost

US /buːst/

UK /buːst/

to help improve something or make it more successful

Example:

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The new advertising campaign aims to boost sales.

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Winning the competition really boosted her confidence.

Synonym:

enhance improve promote raise strengthen

to push someone or something up from below

Example:

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He gave me a boost over the wall.

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Can you boost me up so I can reach the top shelf?

Synonym:

lift hoist raise elevate

an act of helping or encouraging someone or something

Example:

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The tax cuts gave the economy a much-needed boost.

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A word of encouragement can give someone a big boost.

Synonym:

help aid assistance encouragement lift

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