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encourage

/ɛn'kɜrɪdʒ/

Synonyms of encourage Antonyms of encourage Examples of encourage Usage of encourage Parts of encourage Definition that contains encourage Words sounding like encourage Explanation of encourage

verb
contribute to the progress or growth of
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Similar:

advance boost further promote

type of:
back up support
verb
inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
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Opposite:

discourage

type of:
enliven inspire animate invigorate exalt
verb
spur on
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"His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife"

type of:
make have stimulate get cause induce

Antonyms of encourage