encourage

verbB1 · Intermediate

To give someone hope to try harder.

Meaning of «encourage»

verb

to give someone hope to try harder

Her parents always encourage her to study hard.

Translation

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«encourage» in 17 languages

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The difference between similar words

to help something grow or improve

cultivategrow plants, or slowly build a skillShe tries to cultivate good habits.

fosterhelp ideas, feelings or skills to developGood teachers foster a love of reading.

nurturecare for someone and help them growParents nurture their children with love.

encouragegive support or hope so someone keeps tryingTeachers encourage students to ask questions.

make someone want to act

encouragegive someone hope or confidence to actMy teacher encouraged me to try again.

motivategive someone a reason to work hardGood grades motivate her to study.

inspiregive someone ideas and a wish to do something goodHer story inspired many young people.

Word family

encourage B1 · verbencouragement B1 · nounencouraging B1 · adjectiveencouragingly B2 · adverbencouraged B1 · adjective

Collections

Expressing Attitudes › Agreement & Approval

to give someone hope to try harder

Communication & Language › Expression & Opinion

to give someone hope to try harder

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