Associations to the word «Reinforce»

Wiktionary

REINFORCE, verb. ​(transitive) To strengthen, especially by addition or augmentation.
REINFORCE, verb. (transitive) To emphasize or review.
REINFORCE, verb. (transitive) To encourage a behavior or idea through repeated stimulus.

Dictionary definition

REINFORCE, verb. Make stronger; "he reinforced the concrete".
REINFORCE, verb. Strengthen and support with rewards; "Let's reinforce good behavior".

Wise words

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