Encourage

Tags: TOEFL core, academic
verb To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.
  • Her parents encourage her to study abroad.
  • The coach tried to encourage the team after the loss.
noun encouragement Support or praise that gives someone confidence or hope.
  • A few words of encouragement helped him continue.
  • Teachers often give encouragement to shy students.
adjective encouraging Giving hope, support, or confidence.
  • The doctor gave encouraging news about her recovery.
  • His encouraging smile made her feel better.
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