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BOOST

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Boost.

How to pronounce boost:

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Boost - as a noun

The act of giving hope or support to someone

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
encouragement18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aid4assist6assistance12help9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An increase in cost

Example: "They asked for a 10% rise in rates"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cost increasehike11rise4

The act of giving a push

Example: "He gave her a boost over the fence"

Boost - as a verb

Increase

Example: "The landlord hiked up the rents"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hike11hike up

Give a boost to; be beneficial to

Example: "The tax cut will boost the economy"

Contribute to the progress or growth of

Example: "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advance13encourage12further13promote11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
back upsupport11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Increase or raise

Example: "Boost the voltage in an electrical circuit"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advance13supercharge19

Push or shove upward, as if from below or behind

Example: "The singer had to be boosted onto the stage by a special contraption"

Example Sentences

"She drank an energy drink for a quick boost of energy."
"The government provided a financial boost to the struggling economy."
"Regular exercise can give your immune system a boost."
"The team received a morale boost after winning the championship."
"He received a boost of confidence after receiving praise for his work."
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Word Game Points

Is BOOST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, boost is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BOOST has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is BOOST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, boost is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BOOST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is BOOST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, boost is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BOOST has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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