Reforce vs. Reinforce: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sara Rehman || Updated on November 10, 2023
"Reforce" is an incorrect spelling, while "Reinforce" is the correct spelling meaning to strengthen or support.
Which is correct: Reforce or Reinforce
How to spell Reinforce?
Reforce is Incorrect
Reinforce is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall "rein" as in a tool guiding horses – guiding you to the right spelling.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
"Reinforce" contains the word "force" which relates to strengthening.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Remember "in" is needed to make it into "reINforce."
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Associate "Reinforce" with "reinforcement," both share the "rein" prefix.
Huma Saeed
Sep 22, 2023
Visualize a reinforced wall, with "in" inside its structure.
Huma Saeed
Sep 22, 2023
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Reforce and Reinforce Definitions
Reinforce
To give added support or backing to a statement or idea.
The teacher used examples to reinforce the lesson.
Sara Rehman
Sep 07, 2023
Reinforce
To strengthen or emphasize by repetition.
Drills are designed to reinforce skills through practice.
Janet White
Sep 07, 2023
Reinforce
To strengthen or emphasize feelings or behaviors.
His victory only reinforced his confidence.
Sara Rehman
Sep 07, 2023
Reinforce
To boost the number of personnel or equipment in a place or task.
Troops were sent to reinforce the mission.
Huma Saeed
Sep 07, 2023
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Reinforce
To give more force or effectiveness to; strengthen
The news reinforced her hopes.
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
Reinforce
To strengthen (a military force) with additional personnel or equipment.
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
Reinforce
To reward (an experimental subject, for example) with a reinforcer subsequent to a desired response or performance.
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
Reinforce
(transitive) To strengthen, especially by addition or augmentation.
He reinforced the handle with a metal rod and a bit of tape.
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
Reinforce
(transitive) To emphasize or review.
The right homework will reinforce and complement the lesson!
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
Reinforce
(transitive) To encourage (a behavior or idea) through repeated stimulus.
Advertising for fast food can reinforce unhealthy dietary tendencies.
Sara Rehman
Sep 06, 2023
FAQs
What is the pronunciation of Reinforce?
Reinforce is pronounced as /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs/.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
What is the singular form of Reinforce?
"Reinforce" is a verb and doesn't have a singular or plural form.
Harlon Moss
Sep 22, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Reinforce?
Conjunctions like "and" or "but" can be used depending on the sentence.
Harlon Moss
Sep 22, 2023
Which article is used with Reinforce?
"Reinforce" is a verb, so it doesn't require an article directly. However, related nouns like "reinforcement" can use "a" or "the."
Harlon Moss
Sep 22, 2023
Which preposition is used with Reinforce?
"With" can be used, as in "reinforce with steel."
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Why is it called Reinforce?
It's called "Reinforce" due to the amalgamation of "re" (indicating repetition) and "enforce" (meaning to strengthen).
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Which vowel is used before Reinforce?
The vowel "e" is used before "Reinforce."
Aimie Carlson
Sep 22, 2023
What is the plural form of Reinforce?
As a verb, "Reinforce" doesn't have a plural form.
Janet White
Sep 22, 2023
Is the Reinforce term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically, especially in non-physical contexts, but itself is not a metaphor.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Is Reinforce a countable noun?
"Reinforce" is not a noun, so it's not countable.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Reinforce?
The third syllable "force" is stressed.
Huma Saeed
Sep 22, 2023
Is Reinforce an abstract noun?
No, it is a verb. However, "reinforcement" can be considered abstract.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Is Reinforce a negative or positive word?
Typically, "Reinforce" is neutral, but can be perceived as positive when talking about strengthening or supporting.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
How do we divide Reinforce into syllables?
Reinforce can be divided as Re-in-force.
Janet White
Sep 22, 2023
How is Reinforce used in a sentence?
Example: "To ensure safety, they decided to reinforce the structure of the bridge."
Huma Saeed
Sep 22, 2023
Is Reinforce a vowel or consonant?
"Reinforce" is a word composed of both vowels and consonants.
Sara Rehman
Sep 22, 2023
Is the word Reinforce imperative?
It can be used in an imperative manner, e.g., "Reinforce the door!"
Harlon Moss
Sep 22, 2023
Which determiner is used with Reinforce?
As a verb, it doesn't typically take a determiner. But related nouns might take determiners like "the" or "this."
Harlon Moss
Sep 22, 2023
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