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View synonyms for encouragement

encouragement

[ en-kur-ij-muhnt, -kuhr- ]

noun

  1. the act of encouraging.
  2. the state of being encouraged.
  3. something that encourages:

    Praise is the greatest encouragement.

    Synonyms: endorsement, lift, boost, support, praise



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Other Words From

  • preen·courage·ment noun
  • reen·courage·ment noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of encouragement1

First recorded in 1560–70; encourage + -ment
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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".

From BBC

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.

From Salon

“Instead, this outcome encourages Trump in his attacks on the press — and he needs no encouragement.”

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