fördern

Means to support a person, cause, or project. It is broader than 'promote' and does not necessarily imply development or growth.

Means to favor something or create favorable conditions for it. It is often more formal and does not imply direct active help.

Means to advertise or attract attention to something. It is often used for promoting products, services, ideas, or people through publicity.

Means to promote in rank or to transport. In the sense relevant here, it usually refers to a career promotion rather than development.

A loanword meaning to promote or advertise. Common in marketing, media, and spoken language; it sounds less formal than 'fördern'.

Means to move something forward or make progress. Very close to 'promote', but with a stronger focus on advancement and progress.

Means to expand or further develop something. It usually refers to something that already exists and is being made larger, stronger, or better.

Means to develop, design, or create. It is a very general verb that can refer both to growth and to the creation of something new.

Means to increase or raise something. It is often used for numbers, sales, efficiency, or intensity and is less about support.

Means to stimulate or boost something. It is often used for the economy, sales, or activity and sounds more vivid and dynamic.