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- pronunciation:
- ihn
kuhr
ihj
- features:
- Word Parts
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verb |
| inflections: |
encourages, encouraging, encouraged |
| definition: |
to give hope or courage to someone; give confidence or support.
Her praise encouraged me to continue playing the piano.His parents encouraged him to play sports.- similar words:
- assure, cheer, inspire
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| related words: |
assist, comfort, help, lift |
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