A reinforcement is something that helps to encourage or motivate someone. It can be anything from a positive comment to a gift.
The reinforcement was a gift, which made the employee feel a lot better.
The reinforcement was a positive comment, which helped to encourage her to continue working hard.
noun
(psychology) a stimulus that strengthens or weakens the behavior that produced it
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Notice the reinforcement in the front.
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It was the last true reinforcement of the ramparts.
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The other corners of the container are reinforced.
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The reinforcement material is embedded into the matrix.
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It serves to reinforce the arrogant tone of the inscription.
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It was armored and reinforced to support the weight of the mount.
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Is there sensitization to drug reinforcement or potential for psychosis
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It also fought for the reinforcement of the democratic institutions.
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Fair or not, the slip reinforces a priggish image.
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The sibilant s sound reinforces the image.