bols
ter
Third Person
bolsters
Present Participle
bolstering
Past Tense
bolstered
Past Participle
bolstered
1
to enhance the strength or effect of something
transitive
- Recent scientific findings have bolstered the theory that climate change poses severe risks.
- Companies tried to bolster their market share through expanded advertising campaigns.
- Exercise and a nutritious diet can bolster your immune system's ability to fight illness.
- She is bolstering her resume with new qualifications and certifications.
- By implementing the new policies, they hope to bolster employee morale.
Synonyms:
2
to provide extra support or padding to a seat for added comfort
transitive
- She bolstered the chair with a soft cushion for more comfort.
- The old couch was bolstered with extra padding to make it more inviting.
- He bolstered his office chair with a lumbar cushion for better posture.
- They bolstered the wooden bench with foam to make it more comfortable.
- She bolstered the old armchair with a plush cushion for extra support.
Synonyms:
3
to support or reinforce something using a long, narrow cushion or bolster
transitive
- She bolstered the pillow with a soft cushion to provide better neck support.
- The bed was bolstered with a firm pillow to support his back while reading.
- The mattress was bolstered by placing a bolster under it for better alignment.
- He bolstered his lower back with a cushion, and then added a bolster for extra comfort.
- He bolstered the sofa with a long cushion for additional comfort during the movie.