ENCOURAGE
(verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Encourage.
How to pronounce encourage:
US
Encourage - as a verb
Contribute to the progress or growth of
Example: "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advance13boost7further13promote11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
back upsupport11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
animate9enliven10exalt12inspire9invigorate14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
barrack15cheer10exhort16inspire9
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
discourage14Spur on
Example: "His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife"
Example Sentences
"I encourage you to pursue your dreams."
"She always encourages me to try new things."
"We need to encourage teamwork in the office."
"The coach encourages his players to never give up."
"Parents should encourage their children to read."
Word Game Points
Is ENCOURAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, encourage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ENCOURAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is ENCOURAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, encourage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordENCOURAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is ENCOURAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, encourage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENCOURAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
