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encouraging

/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/

verb

Meaning

  • To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.

    "I encouraged him during his race."

  • To spur on, strongly recommend.

    "We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre."

  • To foster, give help or patronage

    "The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed"

Synonyms

bield,
embolden

noun

Meaning

  • Encouragement

adjective

Meaning

  • Giving courage, confidence or hope

    "Although there is no cure for the disease yet, the research results are encouraging."

  • Supporting by giving encouragement

  • Auspicious, or bringing good luck