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Meaning of encourage

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

encourage

Pronunciation:/ɪnˈkʌɹɪdʒ//ɪnˈkɝɹɪdʒ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.

    Example: I encouraged him during his race.

  2. To spur on, strongly recommend.

    Example: We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre.

  3. To foster, give help or patronage

    Example: The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed