Boost: meaning, definitions and examples

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boost

[ buːst ]

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energy

To increase or improve something, typically energy, morale, or performance.

Synonyms

enhance, improve, increase

Examples of usage

Drinking coffee can boost your energy levels.
Positive feedback can boost employee morale.
Regular exercise can boost your performance.

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sales

An increase or rise in something, especially sales or profits.

Synonyms

growth, increase, rise

Examples of usage

The marketing campaign led to a boost in sales.
She received a boost in her salary after the promotion.

Translations

Translations of the word "boost" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impulso

🇮🇳 बढ़ावा देना

🇩🇪 Schub

🇮🇩 dorongan

🇺🇦 поштовх

🇵🇱 przyspieszenie

🇯🇵 ブースト

🇫🇷 impulsion

🇪🇸 impulso

🇹🇷 itici güç

🇰🇷 부스트

🇸🇦 تعزيز

🇨🇿 podpora

🇸🇰 povzbudenie

🇨🇳 提升

🇸🇮 spodbuda

🇮🇸 aukning

🇰🇿 қозғау

🇬🇪 მხარდაჭერა

🇦🇿 təkan

🇲🇽 impulso

Word origin

The word 'boost' originated in the early 18th century, likely derived from the Middle French word 'booster', meaning to push, shove, or boost. Over time, it has evolved to represent an increase or improvement in various aspects. The usage of 'boost' has become common in the context of energy, morale, performance, sales, and profits.

See also: AdaBoost, boosted, booster, boosting, reboost.