reinforce: signification et définitions

To give more force or effectiveness to; strengthen: The news reinforced her hopes.

To strengthen (a military force) with additional personnel or equipment.

To strengthen by adding extra support or material.

To increase the number or amount of; augment.

Psychology To reward (an experimental subject, for example) with a reinforcer subsequent to a desired response or performance.

Psychology To encourage (a response) by means of a reinforcer.