reinforcements

noun

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: re-in-force-ments (4)
English Definition

Extra personnel or military equipment sent to strengthen a position

Example Sentence

The general sent reinforcements to the front line.

US IPA /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːrs.mənts/
UK IPA /ˌriː.ɪnˈfɔːs.mənts/

Synonyms

backups supports helpers additional troops

Antonyms

reductions withdrawals