reinforcement
/ˌriːɪnˈfɔːsmənt/ · /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #5820 in the learning path
加强；加固
Definitions
n. The process of making something stronger or more effective.
加强；加固
n. Encouragement that makes a behaviour more likely to happen again.
强化；行为强化
n. Extra people sent to support an existing group or force.
增援人员；援军
Example
The old garden wall needs reinforcement before winter arrives.
花园的旧围墙需要在冬天到来前加固。
Positive reinforcement can encourage children to develop healthy habits without relying on punishment.
正向强化可以鼓励儿童养成健康习惯，而不必依靠惩罚。
Collocations
- positive reinforcement
- structural reinforcement
- send reinforcements
Word family
- reinforce (v.)
- reinforced (adj.)
Synonyms
- strengthening
Usage tip
表示援军、增援人员时通常用复数reinforcements。
FAQ
- What does reinforcement mean?
- The process of making something stronger or more effective. Encouragement that makes a behaviour more likely to happen again. Extra people sent to support an existing group or force.
- How is reinforcement pronounced?
- UK /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːsmənt/, US /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
