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encouragement
[ en-kur-ij-muhnt, -kuhr- ]
noun
- the act of encouraging.
- the state of being encouraged.
- something that encourages:
Praise is the greatest encouragement.
Synonyms: endorsement, lift, boost, support, praise
Other Words From
- preen·courage·ment noun
- reen·courage·ment noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of encouragement1
Example Sentences
These are detailed by Smith in his report, which accuses Trump of "unprecedented efforts to unlawfully retain power" through a variety of methods, including "threats and encouragement of violence against his perceived opponents".
Clippers players wore T-shirts with the words “L.A. STRONG” on them, and Clippers public address announcer Eric Smith delivered a pregame speech, offering encouragement to those affected by the devastating fires ravaging Los Angeles.
But instead of removing him, Roberts hugged him around the neck for more than a minute, whispering encouragement, before returning to the dugout.
"Rosalynn was my equal partner in everything I ever accomplished. She gave me wise guidance and encouragement when I needed it," Carter wrote in a heartfelt tribute to his wife after her death.
“Instead, this outcome encourages Trump in his attacks on the press — and he needs no encouragement.”
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