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British pronunciation
/bˈuːst/

Definition & Meaning of "boost"in English

Boost
01

the act of providing emotional support or encouragement that increases someone's confidence or morale

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Her kind words gave me a real boost after the failure.
Winning the first round was a big confidence boost for the team.
02

an increase in price or expense, often sudden or noticeable

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The company announced a boost in electricity prices next month.
Consumers are unhappy about the recent boost in fuel costs.
03

a physical act of pushing or lifting someone or something upward

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He gave her a boost over the fence.
The child needed a boost to reach the sink.
04

something that promotes improvement, progress, or growth, especially in performance, productivity, or reputation

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The new policy was a major boost to the local economy.
Vitamins provide a natural boost to your immune system.
to boost
01

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

Transitive: to boost amount or intensity of something
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Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning can boost your energy levels.
The new marketing campaign aims to boost sales by reaching a wider audience.
02

to increase or improve the progress, growth, or success of something

Transitive: to boost progress or success of something
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Regular exercise can boost your overall health and well-being.
The government plans to boost the economy by investing in infrastructure.
03

to support or encourage the growth, development, or success of something or someone

Transitive: to boost sth
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He worked tirelessly to boost the campaign for the upcoming election.
Volunteers gathered to boost the community ’s efforts in disaster recovery.
04

to increase the strength or power in an electrical circuit

Transitive: to boost electric voltage
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The technician boosted the circuit to improve its performance.
A special device was used to boost the voltage in the system.
05

to lift or elevate something by applying force from underneath

Transitive: to boost sth
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He boosted the car with a jack to change the tire.
The children boosted the heavy box to get it onto the shelf.
06

to steal, especially something small or casually taken

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He got caught trying to boost some candy from the store.
Do n't boost anything from the mall, you'll get in trouble.
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