ascent vs boost

ascent

noun
  • The act of ascending; a motion upwards. 

  • An increase, for example in popularity or hierarchy 

  • The ascender height in a typeface. 

  • The degree of elevation of an object, or the angle it makes with a horizontal line; inclination; gradient; steepness 

  • The way or means by which one ascends. 

  • An eminence, hill, or high place. 

boost

noun
  • A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb. 

  • A positive intake manifold pressure in cars with turbochargers or superchargers. 

  • A coordinate transformation that changes velocity. 

  • Something that helps, or adds power or effectiveness; assistance. 

verb
  • To lift or push from behind (one who is endeavoring to climb); to push up. 

  • To steal. 

  • To give a booster shot to. 

  • To help or encourage (something) to increase or improve; to assist in overcoming obstacles. 

  • To amplify; to signal boost. 

  • To jump-start a vehicle by using cables to connect the battery in a running vehicle to the battery in a vehicle that won't start. 

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