Want to say encouraging differently? Here are other words for encouraging and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of encouraging
The primary meaning of the word "encouraging" is to give someone the confidence or enthusiasm to do something.
Etymology of encouraging
The word "encouraging" comes from the Old French word "encourager", which is derived from "en-" (meaning "to make" or "to put") and "corage" (meaning "heart" or "courage")
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of giving someone the courage or confidence to do something, and has been in use since the 15th century
Synonyms
uplifting
supportive
heartening
inspiring
motivating
reassuring
comforting
cheering
buoyant
optimistic
positive
favorable
promising
hopeful
reassuring
invigorating
stimulating
energizing
revitalizing
renewing
refreshing
reviving
uplifting
inspiriting
encouraging
motivating
exhorting
urging
prompting
goading
spurring
prodding
bolstering
boosting
lifting
raising
elevating
inflating
enhancing
improving
bettering
ameliorating
mitigating
Definitions
- Giving someone the confidence or enthusiasm to do something
- * Making someone more likely to do something by giving them confidence or support
Usage Examples
- The coach gave an encouraging speech to the team before the big game
- * Her encouraging words helped me to feel more confident about my abilities
- * The encouraging feedback from my teacher made me want to work even harder
Antonyms
discouraging
disheartening
depressing
disappointing
dispiriting
demoralizing
demotivating
disparaging
belittling
demeaning
derogatory
derogating
dismissive
negative
pessimistic
unfavorable
unhelpful
uncooperative
unconstructive
destructive
hurtful
damaging
devastating
crushing
deflating
draining
enervating
exhausting