Cool MateMeaning of Reinforcements
Additional personnel or support sent to assist in a challenging situation.
In simple words: Extra help or support in a difficult situation.
Reinforcements in a sentence
- The soldiers called for reinforcements when they were outnumbered in battle.
- The team requested reinforcements to manage the growing workload.
- New reinforcements arrived just in time to save the day during the crisis.
- Reinforcements in the form of additional resources were necessary for the project.
- The police department sent reinforcements to handle the large crowd.
How to use Reinforcements
Use in both military and non-military contexts. Generally neutral but may feel formal in everyday conversation. Avoid in casual slang.
Grammar pattern
reinforcement + object
Memory hint
Think of 'rein' like a horse needing additional strength to pull. Picture adding power.
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Collocations with Reinforcements
- send reinforcements
- call for reinforcements
- require reinforcements
- dispatch reinforcements
- provide reinforcements
Synonyms for Reinforcements
Opposites of Reinforcements
- weakening
- diminishment
- reduction
Common mistakes with Reinforcements
- Confused with 'reinforced', which describes something that has been strengthened.
- Using 'reinforcement' as a countable noun incorrectly.
- Omitting the context when referring to support in non-military situations.
Compare Reinforcements with Support, Backup, Aid, Assistance
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Frequently asked questions about Reinforcements
What does Reinforcements mean?
Extra help or support in a difficult situation.
What is the definition of Reinforcements?
Additional personnel or support sent to assist in a challenging situation.
How do you use Reinforcements in a sentence?
The soldiers called for reinforcements when they were outnumbered in battle.
Can you give another example of Reinforcements?
The team requested reinforcements to manage the growing workload.
What are synonyms for Reinforcements?
Common alternatives include support, backup, aid, assistance, succor.
What is the opposite of Reinforcements?
Opposite meanings include weakening, diminishment, reduction.
What words go with Reinforcements?
It commonly pairs with send reinforcements, call for reinforcements, require reinforcements, dispatch reinforcements, provide reinforcements.
What are common mistakes when using Reinforcements?
Confused with 'reinforced', which describes something that has been strengthened. Using 'reinforcement' as a countable noun incorrectly. Omitting the context when referring to support in non-military situations.
How do you pronounce Reinforcements?
US: //ˌriɪnˈfɔrsmənts//, UK: //ˌriːɪnˈfɔːsmənts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Reinforcements?
Use in both military and non-military contexts. Generally neutral but may feel formal in everyday conversation. Avoid in casual slang.