reinforcement
Translation
strengthening, support, extra personnel, encouragement
Examples
The bridge needs structural reinforcement.
The bridge needs structural reinforcement.
The army sent reinforcements to the front line.
The army sent reinforcements to the front line.
Positive reinforcement can encourage good behaviour.
Positive reinforcement can encourage good behavior.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the strengthening of (sth.) The reinforcement of the wall was necessary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strengthening, support, buttressing; Antonyms: weakening
Etymology
From 're-' (again) + 'in-' + 'force' + '-ment' (noun suffix). Literally, the act of making strong again.
Memory Tips
Think 're-in-force': putting more force back into something to make it stronger, like adding steel bars to concrete.