BOOSTING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the act of giving hope or support to someone

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

the act of giving a push

Example: he gave her a boost over the fence

Meaning 3

Part of speech: Noun

an increase in cost

Example: they asked for a 10% rise in rates

Meaning 4

Part of speech: Verb

push or shove upward, as if from below or behind

Example: The singer had to be boosted onto the stage by a special contraption

Meaning 5

Part of speech: Verb

increase

Example: The landlord hiked up the rents

Meaning 6

Part of speech: Verb

contribute to the progress or growth of

Example: I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom

Meaning 7

Part of speech: Verb

give a boost to

Example: be beneficial to; The tax cut will boost the economy

Meaning 8

Part of speech: Verb

increase or raise

Example: boost the voltage in an electrical circuit