Dictionary Check: boost
"boost" is a valid word!
Scrabble
7
points
Words with Friends
8
points
Definition
noun
the act of giving hope or support to someone
noun
an increase in cost
Example:
"they asked for a 10% rise in rates"
noun
the act of giving a push
Example:
"he gave her a boost over the fence"
verb
increase
Example:
"The landlord hiked up the rents"
verb
give a boost to; be beneficial to
Example:
"The tax cut will boost the economy"
verb
contribute to the progress or growth of
Example:
"I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"
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