Synonyms for brace

noun

1. A support

   prop, bolster, stay, support, lever, beam, truss, shore, girder, block, skid, rib, strut, buttress, splice, reinforcement, bearing, upholder, peg, bracket, strengthener, band, bracer, stave, guy, sustainer, stirrup, arm, splint, boom, bar, staff, plinth, stanchion, cantilever, rafter, round, mainstay, jack, crutch; see also beam 1, support 2.

2. A pair

   pair, couple, two; see pair. See syn. study at pair.

verb

1. To give support

   prop, bolster, hold up; see strengthen, support 1.

2. To encourage

   uphold, hearten, give new life; see encourage 1, 2, support 2.