bolsters
Props up firmly
Bolsters means supports or strengthens, often in an abstract sense: The new evidence bolsters her argument, Extra funding bolstered the program.
A bolster is also a long pillow or cushion, typically placed across a bed for support.
The verb sense extends from this physical propping up to metaphorical reinforcement of ideas, confidence, or positions.
Bedding for heads
- headboardVertical bed frame panel
- beddingMaterials covering a mattress
- throwPropel by arm motion
- upholsteryFurniture's textile layer
ottoman · daybed · futon · armrest · backrest · neck roll · wedge · lumbar support
Make more robust
- reinforceAdd strength to something
- fortifyMake stronger against threat
- buttressArchitectural wall reinforcement
- underpinSupport from below
prop up · shore up · back · uphold · sustain · validate · corroborate · substantiate
Comfortable warm intimacy
- warmthHeat you feel
- softnessYielding to gentle pressure
- relaxationState of being unwound
- easeLack of strain
nestling · soothing · snugness · plushness · repose · restfulness · lounging · cradling
Structural support member
- trussLoad-bearing beam arrangement
- girderMain structural support beam
- braceDevice providing structural stability
- strutProud, showy gait
shoring · scaffolding · framework · load-bearing · reinforcement · crossbeam · joist · stanchion
pillow
Bedding for heads
upholstery · ottoman · daybed · futon · armrest · backrest · neck roll · wedge · lumbar support · padded
strengthen
Make more robust
- reinforceAdd strength to something
- fortifyMake stronger against threat
- buttressArchitectural wall reinforcement
underpin · prop up · shore up · back · uphold · sustain · validate · corroborate · substantiate · affirm
coziness
Comfortable warm intimacy
- warmthHeat you feel
- softnessYielding to gentle pressure
- relaxationState of being unwound
ease · nestling · soothing · snugness · plushness · repose · restfulness · lounging · cradling · cushioning
beam
Structural support member
- trussLoad-bearing beam arrangement
- girderMain structural support beam
- braceDevice providing structural stability
strut · shoring · scaffolding · framework · load-bearing · reinforcement · crossbeam · joist · stanchion · underpinning
- cushionscushion, floor cushion, seat cushion, chair cushion, meditation cushion
- encouragementencourage, encouraging, praises, hang in there, supports
- pillow typesthrow pillows, cushion covers, lumbar support, down pillows, memory foam
- yoga studioyoga mats, blocks, straps, blankets, props
- masonrymason, brick, bricks, stone, mortar
- therapeutic yogayoga therapy, restorative yoga, prenatal yoga, chair yoga, hatha yoga
bolstersdiscourages
Lessens motivation to act
demoralizes · deflates · disheartens · dispirits · crushes
- bolster pillowElongated supportive bed pillow
- yoga bolsterSupportive pillow for poses