boost

/ˈbüst/

of obscure origin

verb

  1. to push or shove up from below

  2. increase, raise

  3. to promote the cause or interests of : plug

boosted him up over the fence

lift raise rear elevate hoist heave boost mean to move from a lower to a higher place or position. lift usually implies exerting effort to overcome resistance of weight. raise carries a stronger implication of bringing up to the vertical or to a high position.

noun

  1. a push upward

  2. an act that brings help or encouragement : assist

  3. an increase in amount

gave her a boost into the saddle