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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It had been seen as a breakthrough, which came after days of talks between both countries, with diplomatic encouragement from China and the US.
From BBC
“The message is one of encouragement and positivity and acknowledgment of accomplishments and encouragement to strive harder,” Taylor said.
From Los Angeles Times
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
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