boost

Definitions of boost in various dictionaries:

noun - the act of giving hope or support to someone

noun - an increase in cost

noun - the act of giving a push

verb - increase

verb - give a boost to

verb - contribute to the progress or growth of

verb - increase or raise

verb - push or shove upward, as if from below or behind

To raise or lift by pushing up from behind or below.

To increase; raise: boost prices; efforts to boost participation in the program.

To assist in further development or progress: a bill intended to boost local charities.

To stir up enthusiasm for; promote vigorously: boosted their school with rallies and fund drives.

To increase the voltage of (a circuit).

To shoplift.

A push upward or ahead.

An increase: a big boost in salary.

verb - to hold up or add strength to