morale booster
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Definition
Noun: A morale booster is anything that serves to increase morale, which is the confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group. It is an event, action, or object that improves spirits and provides encouragement.
Usage
The term is used to describe a specific, positive influence on a person's or group's emotional state, especially during challenging times. It is a compound noun.
Examples
- The unexpected victory was a real morale booster for the struggling team.
- Receiving a thank-you note from the manager was a great morale booster for the staff.
- For many, a sunny day after a week of rain is a simple morale booster.
Advanced Usage
- The phrase can be used in a formal context to discuss workplace or organizational psychology.
- Implementing a new recognition program proved to be an effective morale booster for the entire department.
Variants and Related Words
- Morale builder (noun): A direct synonym for morale booster.
- The team-building retreat was an excellent morale builder.
- Boost morale (verb phrase): The action of improving spirits.
- The leader's speech was intended to boost morale.
Synonyms
- Encouragement
- Uplifter
- Confidence builder
- Spirit lifter
Related Idioms and Phrases
- A shot in the arm: An idiom meaning something that energizes or revitalizes, similar in effect to a morale booster.
- The new contract was a real shot in the arm for the company.
Noun
- anything that serves to increase morale
- the sight of flowers every morning was my morale builder