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enhance defense

[ɪnˈhæns dɪˈfens]
verb phrase
reforçar a defesa
1. To strengthen or improve defensive capabilities, systems, or strategies
The military decided to enhance defense along the border.
O exército decidiu reforçar a defesa ao longo da fronteira.
2. To make defensive measures more effective or robust
New technology will enhance defense against cyber attacks.
A nova tecnologia irá reforçar a defesa contra ataques cibernéticos.
3. To improve one's ability to protect or defend oneself
Regular training can enhance defense skills.
O treinamento regular pode melhorar as habilidades de defesa.
Synonyms
strengthen defenseimprove defensefortify defenseboost defensereinforce defense
Antonyms
weaken defensecompromise defenseundermine defensediminish defense

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reforçar a defesa
most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
fortalecer a defesa
alternative formal usage
Portugal
reforçar a defesa
standard European Portuguese usage
Military Context
potenciar a defesa
technical military terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

strengthen one's position
raise the bar on defense
tighten security
fortify against attack
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