B2verb 1K

Boost

🇬🇧 UK /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Boost

to make something increase, or become better or more successful

In simple words: to increase or improve something

Boost in a sentence

• to boost exports/profits
• to boost productivity/spending
• The movie helped boost her screen career.
• to **boost somebody’s confidence/morale**
• Getting that job did a lot to **boost his ego** *(= make him feel more confident)*.
• The new service helped boost pre-tax profits by 10%.
• The total was boosted to nearly $200 by donations from parents.
• an attempt to boost the number of barn owls living in the wild
• to boost her chances of winning next month's election
• A last-minute rush by Christmas shoppers boosted sales.

How to use Boost

Used in various contexts, such as improving performance or enhancing qualities. Avoid in highly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

boost + object

Memory hint

Think of a rocket boosting into the sky—it's increasing its height!

Related words

Collocations with Boost

• considerably
• dramatically
• greatly
• help (to)
• to

Synonyms for Boost

• enhance
• increase
• improve
• elevate
• amplify

Opposites of Boost

• decrease
• diminish
• reduce

Common mistakes with Boost

• Confused with 'boast' – they have different meanings.
• Using 'boost' with uncountable nouns incorrectly.
• Confusing transitive use of 'boost' with intransitive.

Frequently asked questions about Boost

What does Boost mean?

to increase or improve something

What is the definition of Boost?

to make something increase, or become better or more successful

How do you use Boost in a sentence?

to boost exports/profits

Can you give another example of Boost?

to boost productivity/spending

What are synonyms for Boost?

Common alternatives include enhance, increase, improve, elevate, amplify.

What is the opposite of Boost?

Opposite meanings include decrease, diminish, reduce.

What words go with Boost?

It commonly pairs with considerably, dramatically, greatly, help (to), to.

What are common mistakes when using Boost?

Confused with 'boast' – they have different meanings. Using 'boost' with uncountable nouns incorrectly. Confusing transitive use of 'boost' with intransitive.

How do you pronounce Boost?

US: /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Boost?

Used in various contexts, such as improving performance or enhancing qualities. Avoid in highly formal contexts.

What CEFR level is Boost?

"Boost" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.