boost

/boʊst/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden increase in strength, energy, or enthusiasm; an act or instance of giving someone or something a sudden increase in power or efficiency.

“The company’s profits received a boost from the new marketing campaign.”

2. verb

to increase the power or efficiency of something, typically by adding a new component or improving its design.

“The new software will boost the performance of your computer.”

3. verb

to give someone or something a sudden increase in energy or enthusiasm.

“The news will boost the team’s morale.”

4. verb

to propel or launch something with force, typically with a rocket or other explosive device.

“The spacecraft will boost into orbit with a powerful rocket engine.”

5. noun

a dose of a medicine or a vaccine that is given to a person or animal to produce immunity or to treat a disease.

“The vaccine provides a temporary boost to the immune system.”

6. noun

a sudden increase in the frequency or amplitude of a signal, especially in radio communication.

“The boost in signal strength allowed the team to receive the transmission clearly.”

Synonyms

  • increase
  • jump
  • spike
  • surge

Antonyms

  • decline
  • decrease
  • dip
  • plunge