Verbs of Helping and Hurting - Verbs for Strengthening

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to strengthening such as "fortify", "reinforce", and "empower".

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Verbs of Helping and Hurting
to bolster
to bolster [verb]

to enhance the strength or effect of something

Ex: Exercise and a nutritious diet can bolster your immune system 's ability to fight illness .
to strengthen
to strengthen [verb]

to make something more powerful

Ex: The leader worked to strengthen the team 's unity through team-building activities .
to fortify
to fortify [verb]

to make someone or something stronger or more powerful

Ex: The cybersecurity team worked to fortify the company 's network against cyber threats .
to brace
to brace [verb]

to provide support or reinforcement to strengthen something and ensure it remains steady or firm

Ex: The builders braced the foundation of the house to keep it steady on the uneven ground .
to stake
to stake [verb]

to tie or fasten something or someone securely to a stake for stability or control

Ex: The farmer staked the young tree to help it grow straight and upright .
to prop
to prop [verb]

to support, hold up, or sustain by placing or leaning against a firm or solid structure

Ex: The artist props the canvas on an easel to paint comfortably without hunching over .
to reinforce
to reinforce [verb]

to strengthen a substance or structure, particularly by adding extra material to it

Ex: The chef chose to reinforce the flavor of the soup by adding a rich and concentrated broth .
to buttress
to buttress [verb]

to provide support or justification in order to make something stronger or more secure

Ex: Additional evidence was presented to buttress the argument and strengthen the case .
to shore up
to shore up [verb]

to prevent a building or a part of it from falling, by putting large pieces of wood or metal under or against it

Ex: The old building needs immediate attention to shore up its deteriorating structure .
to boost
to boost [verb]

to increase or enhance the amount, level, or intensity of something

Ex: Adding fertilizer to the soil can boost the growth of plants and flowers .
to sustain
to sustain [verb]

to bear the weight or provide physical support for something

Ex: Engineers carefully calculated the materials needed to sustain the massive sculpture in the public square .
to energize
to energize [verb]

to increase energy levels

Ex: By the time the event started , the organizers had already energized the crowd with lively music .
to empower
to empower [verb]

to give someone the power or authorization to do something particular

Ex: Voting is a fundamental right that empowers citizens to influence the democratic process .
to tone
to tone [verb]

to make muscles stronger and more defined through exercise or physical activity

Ex: The fitness trainer recommended specific exercises to tone the abdominal muscles .
to consolidate
to consolidate [verb]

to strengthen a position of power or success so that it lasts longer

Ex: The successful negotiation helped consolidate the company 's standing in the industry .
to invigorate
to invigorate [verb]

to enhance health and energy

Ex: The music played at the gym is carefully chosen to invigorate the exercisers .
Verbs of Helping and Hurting
Verbs for Assistance Verbs for Dedication Verbs for Strengthening Verbs for Support and Encouragement
Verbs for Protection Verbs for Causing Harm Verbs for Striking Verbs for Killing and Debilitating
Verbs for Causing Danger Verbs for Destruction and Damage Verbs for Elimination Verbs for Disruption
Verbs for Harassment