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NURTURING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Nurturing.

Nurturing - 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

Nurturing - 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 has a nurturing personality and is always there to provide support."
"The nurturing environment at the daycare center helps the children develop their social skills."
"He showed nurturing behavior by taking care of the injured bird until it was able to fly again."
"The nurturing touch of a mother can have a profound impact on a child's development."
"The company promotes a nurturing culture where employees feel valued and supported."
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Word Game Points

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

NURTURING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is NURTURING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nurturing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NURTURING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is NURTURING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nurturing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NURTURING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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