Synonyms of bracing

Noun

1. brace, bracing, structural member, strengthener, reinforcement

usage: a structural member used to stiffen a framework

Verb

1. brace, poise, fix, prepare, set up, ready, gear up, set

usage: prepare (oneself) for something unpleasant or difficult

2. brace, steady, stabilize, stabilise, strengthen, beef up, fortify

usage: support or hold steady and make steadfast, with or as if with a brace; "brace your elbows while working on the potter's wheel"

3. brace, hold, support, sustain, hold up

usage: support by bracing

4. stimulate, arouse, brace, energize, energise, perk up, affect

usage: cause to be alert and energetic; "Coffee and tea stimulate me"; "This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate"

Adjective

1. bracing, brisk, fresh, refreshing, refreshful, tonic, invigorating (vs. debilitating)

usage: imparting vitality and energy; "the bracing mountain air"

Definition and meaning of bracing (Dictionary)