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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“This has really breathed a sense of life and encouragement into the case and not just because they’re any photos, but I think they’re really useful photos,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times
But with his squad ravaged by injury, he called on the supporters to give their side the encouragement they need to dismiss fears of a relegation battle.
From Barron's
I asked, though the cloudless sky didn’t give much encouragement.
From Literature
Dau, the youngest in the squad, says Krishna had given him plenty of encouragement.
From Barron's
The January transfer window has heralded encouragement at Manchester City.
From BBC
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