to give somebody support, courage or hope. encourage somebody We were greatly encouraged by the positive response of the public. She encouraged many young ...

1to give someone support, courage, or hope encourage somebody in something My parents have always encouraged me in my choice of career. encourage somebody ...

There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb encourage, one of which is labelled obsolete. See 'Meaning & use' for definitions, usage, and ...

the act of encouraging somebody to do something; something that encourages somebody opposite discouragement

adjective. /ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ/ /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ/ ​that gives somebody support, courage or hope. This month's unemployment figures are not very encouraging.

the act of encouraging someone to do something; something that encourages someone. a few words of encouragement. He needs all the support and encouragement he ...

ENCOURAGE definition: 1. to make someone more likely to do something, or to make something more likely to happen: 2. to…. Learn more.

​in a way that gives somebody support, courage or hope. to smile encouragingly; The attendance was encouragingly high. opposite discouragingly.

2 meanings: 1. to inspire (someone) with the courage or confidence (to do something) 2. to stimulate (something or someone to.

6 дней назад · 1. a : to inspire with courage, spirit, or hope : hearten she was encouraged to continue by her early success b : to attempt to persuade : urge they encouraged ...