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NURTURED

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Nurtured.

Nurtured - as a noun

The properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
raising8rearing8

Helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community

Example: "They debated whether nature or nurture was more important"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breeding12bringing upfosterage13fostering13raising8rearing8upbringing16

Nurtured - as a verb

Help develop, help grow

Example: "Nurture his talents"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foster9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
encourage12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Look after a child until it is an adult

Example: "Raise a family"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring upparent8raise5rear4
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Provide with nourishment

Example: "We sustained ourselves on bread and water"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nourish10sustain7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cater7ply8provide13supply13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She nurtured the plant by watering it regularly."
"The parents nurtured their child with love and care."
"The teacher nurtured her students' creativity by encouraging them to explore different art techniques."
"He nurtured his friendship with regular phone calls and visits."
"The coach nurtured the young athlete's potential by providing guidance and training."
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Word Game Points

Is NURTURED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nurtured is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NURTURED has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is NURTURED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nurtured is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NURTURED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is NURTURED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nurtured is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NURTURED has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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