encouragement
Americannoun
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the act of encouraging.
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the state of being encouraged.
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something that encourages.
Praise is the greatest encouragement.
- Synonyms:
- endorsement, lift, boost, support, praise
Other Word Forms
- preencouragement noun
- reencouragement noun
Etymology
Origin of encouragement
Example Sentences
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Another point of encouragement for Slok is strong foreign demand for U.S. assets.
From MarketWatch
The cap connects me to the brave men of the Civil War, and it serves as a symbol of support and encouragement for a passion that has never since ceased.
He even flew to Germany from his home in Virginia in 2019 to offer encouragement.
From Los Angeles Times
Payne mentored musicians in the competition, offering moving encouragement and sharp advice.
From Los Angeles Times
An ideological move away from globalization by some countries and the encouragement of reshoring that denudes comparative advantage benefits may also lift prices.
From MarketWatch
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