Dictionary entryCEFR C1verb

bolster

IPA pronunciation: /ˈbəʊl.stər/

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Russian meaning

Поддерживать, укреплять

English definition

Support or strengthen.

Example

Citing peer-reviewed statistics bolsters the persuasive force of your essay argument.

Collocations

bolster confidence
bolster support
bolster the economy

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