Reinforced

Pronunciation: /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrst/

Reinforced (adjective)

  1. made stronger or more effective by adding support or material.
  2. made an argument or idea stronger by adding evidence or support.

Examples

  • The bridge was reinforced to withstand heavy loads.
  • The walls were reinforced to improve security.

Common collocations: reinforced concrete, reinforced structure, reinforced steel, reinforced argument, reinforced point

Synonyms of Reinforced

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Reinforced

  • when discussing reduction in strength
  • when referring to lessening in power or intensity