Reinforced — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˌrē-ən-ˈfȯrs/ re·in·force

Meaning & Definition of Reinforced

Reinforced (verb)

  1. to strengthen by additional assistance, material, or support, make stronger or more pronounced
  2. to strengthen or increase by fresh additions
  3. to stimulate (a subject, such as an experimental animal) by reinforcement; also, to encourage (a response) by reinforcement

Reinforced (noun)

  1. concrete in which metal (such as steel) is embedded so that the two materials act together in resisting forces

Reinforced (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)

    "letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate"

    similar: backed, bolstered, buttressed, corroborated, shored (up), substantiated, supported
    related: confirmed, established, proved, verified, affirmed, avouched, validated
    near: undercut, undermined, weakened

Related Entry: Reinforce (verb)

Reinforce is a different word from Reinforced. The synonyms below are for reinforce, not for reinforced.

  1. to provide evidence or information for (as a claim or idea)

    "letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate"

    similar: back, bolster, buttress, corroborate, shore (up), substantiate, support
    related: confirm, establish, prove, verify, affirm, avouch, validate
    near: undercut, undermine, weaken

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Reinforced

The most common words with a similar meaning to Reinforced:

backed, bolstered, buttressed, corroborated, shored (up), substantiated, supported

Related Words for Reinforced

confirmed, established, proved, verified, affirmed, avouched, validated

Near Antonyms of Reinforced

undercut, undermined, weakened

Word Forms of Reinforced

Inflections: reenforced, reinforcing, reenforcing, reinforces, reenforces

Derived words: reinforceable (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Reinforced

re- + inforce, alteration of enforce

First known use: 15th centuryt

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Reinforced

Words & Phrases Containing Reinforced

reinforced concrete

Frequently Asked Questions about Reinforced

What does "Reinforced" mean?

"Reinforced" means to strengthen by additional assistance, material, or support, make stronger or more pronounced. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to strengthen by additional assistance, material, or support, make stronger or more pronounced.

What is another word for "Reinforced"?

Other words for "Reinforced" include backed, bolstered, buttressed, corroborated, shored (up), substantiated and supported. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Reinforced" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Reinforced"?

There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Reinforced". Common alternatives include backed, bolstered, buttressed, corroborated, shored (up), substantiated and supported.

How do you use "Reinforced" in a sentence?

Examples of "Reinforced" in a sentence: "letters of recommendation that reinforced the committee's opinion of the candidate".

Is "Reinforced" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Reinforced" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Reinforced" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Reinforced"?

"Reinforced" is pronounced /ˌrē-ən-ˈfȯrs/ and divided into syllables as re·in·force.

What is the origin of the word "Reinforced"?

"Reinforced" comes from re- + inforce, alteration of enforce. First known use: 15th centuryt.