CEFR B2

bolstered

verb

Meaning

Supported or strengthened; given an increase in confidence or morale.

Examples

Her confidence was bolstered by the positive feedback from her manager.
The team's morale was significantly bolstered after their unexpected victory.

Synonyms: supported, strengthened, reinforced, buttressed

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bolstered (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈboʊlstərd/

Definition

Supported or strengthened; given an increase in confidence or morale.

Examples

Her confidence was bolstered by the positive feedback from her manager.
The team's morale was significantly bolstered after their unexpected victory.
New evidence bolstered the scientist's theory, making it more credible.

How to Use bolstered

bolster something (collocation): To strengthen or support something directly. — "The government's new policies aim to bolster the economy."
be bolstered by (prepositional phrase): To be supported or strengthened by something or someone. — "His argument was bolstered by compelling evidence."

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