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verb

ˈbüst How to pronounce boost (audio)
Definition of boostnext
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as in to hoist
to lift with effort boosted the child into her car seat

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as in to increase
to make greater in size, amount, or number a promotion that boosted the number of interested customers milling about the showroom

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as in to enhance
to make markedly greater in measure or degree recommended eating foods that boost the body's immunity to disease

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as in to lift
to move from a lower to a higher place or position boosted the box onto the top shelf

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as in to promote
to provide publicity for boosted the singer's latest release with a round of appearances on all the talk and entertainment shows

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as in to steal
slang to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep the woman was nabbed trying to boost a couple of bottles of perfume

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boost

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noun

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as in support
an act or instance of helping she always liked to give struggling families in the neighborhood a boost

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as in increase
something added (as by growth) a sudden boost in sales

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as in incentive
something that arouses action or activity according to the President, a tax cut is just the boost that the economy needs

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How does the verb boost contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of boost are elevate, heave, hoist, lift, raise, and rear. While all these words mean "to move from a lower to a higher place or position," boost suggests assisting to climb or advance by a push.

boosted his brother over the fence

How does the word elevate relate to other synonyms for boost?

Elevate may replace lift or raise especially when exalting or enhancing is implied.

elevated the taste of the public

When would heave be a good substitute for boost?

Although the words heave and boost have much in common, heave implies lifting and throwing with great effort or strain.

heaved the heavy crate inside

When might hoist be a better fit than boost?

The meanings of hoist and boost largely overlap; however, hoist implies lifting something heavy especially by mechanical means.

hoisted the cargo on board

When could lift be used to replace boost?

The synonyms lift and boost are sometimes interchangeable, but lift usually implies exerting effort to overcome resistance of weight.

lift the chair while I vacuum

In what contexts can raise take the place of boost?

The words raise and boost can be used in similar contexts, but raise carries a stronger implication of bringing up to the vertical or to a high position.

scouts raising a flagpole

How are the words rear and raise related as synonyms of boost?

Rear may add an element of suddenness to raise.

suddenly reared itself up on its hind legs

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Recent Examples of boost
Verb
Trump and Musk have repeatedly attacked any effort to boost diversity, inclusion, equity, or acceptance in the classroom and workplace, and Trump is now floating his official plan to dismantle the Education Department. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025 Tesla shares are still up about 15% since last July, when Musk endorsed Trump's candidacy and became more visibly active boosting his election. —April Rubin, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
These positive emotions create a positive feedback loop, since people who experience a growth in skills, personal growth, and resources will also experience a boost in positive emotions, which then cultivates even more financial success. —Shane Enete, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025 Just grateful for people to be part of their story, to believe in me and just to give me that support and that boost. —Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for boost
Recent Examples of Synonyms for boost
  1. hoist
  2. increase
  3. enhance
  4. lift
  5. promote
  6. steal
  7. support
  8. gain
Verb
  • Rescuers rappelled down from the aircraft, put harnesses on the boy and his father and hoisted them up.
    — Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2025
  • The video shows the helicopter flying over the pair, who could be seen waving at the crew, and eventually hoisting them up to safety.
    — Mirna Alsharif, NBC News, 23 Feb. 2025
Definition of hoist
Verb
  • Its revenue increased 21% to 18.7 billion yuan ($2.6 billion) in the first nine months of 2024 from the same period in 2023.
    — Hassan Tayir, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Talent impacts: Automation of repetitive tasks may decrease offshoring appeal and increase demand for advanced skills.
    — Mit Somaiya, Sourcing Journal, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of increase
Verb
  • For example, a healthcare provider using a unified content model can empower their staff to retrieve patient records or research data with ease, reducing the burden on management and enhancing patient experience.
    — Daniel Fallmann, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Hawaii represented one of the most significant strategic spots on the globe, enhancing power projection across the Pacific, east or west, and bolstering the defensive perimeter of any Pacific nation that controlled it.
    — Robert W. Merry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of enhance
Verb
  • As India’s young population enters the workforce, the middle class is expected to expand, consumption is projected to increase, and the country could be lifted from poverty.
    — Garth Friesen, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
  • The Tampa Bay Young shared the invitation on social media Thursday as the two brothers arrived in Florida after Romanian prosecutors lifted a two-year travel ban.
    — Ewan Palmer, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Definition of lift
Verb
  • The link between the new game and the new platform helped promote a bold alternative to the retail game sales and distribution systems that had dominated PC gaming for decades.
    — Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Fraudsters also promote the overstated withholding scheme, encouraging taxpayers to inflate income and withholding on forms like W-2s and 1099s for larger refunds.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 1 Mar. 2025
Definition of promote
Verb
  • While the competitive spirt was certainly alive and well between co-parents Tarek, Heather and Christina throughout the season, another personal crisis unexpectedly stole the show: Christina's split from Josh.
    — Colson Thayer, People.com, 6 Mar. 2025
  • While its interior artfully blends mid-century aesthetics with a modern Scandinavian feel, the food and beverage program truly steals the spotlight.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of steal
Noun
  • The Context Russia's invasion of Ukraine last week entered its fourth year, with the U.S. previously providing billions in military and humanitarian support.
    — Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
  • And while Republicans control the federal government, their narrow congressional majorities will necessitate at least some Democratic support, particularly in the Senate, to pass such a measure.
    — Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of support
Noun
  • Forecasters expect to see about 170,000 payrolls added, which would be more than the 143,000 job gains in January.
    — Rob Wile, NBC News, 6 Mar. 2025
  • The story has been updated to reflect the correct gain and the decline since that peak through Thursday’s close.
    — Chris Isidore, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of gain

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