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Meaning of encourages
The primary meaning of the word "encourages" is to give someone the confidence or enthusiasm to do something.
Etymology of encourages
The word "encourages" comes from the Old French word "encoragier", which is derived from "en" (meaning "in" or "on") and "corage" (meaning "heart" or "courage")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to mean "to give heart or courage to" someone
Synonyms
motivates
inspires
promotes
supports
fosters
stimulates
urges
spurs
goads
provokes
induces
inclines
disposes
persuades
convinces
reassures
comforts
soothes
calms
bolsters
boosts
lifts
raises
enhances
improves
strengthens
empowers
heartens
cheers
gladdens
delights
thrills
exhorts
advises
counsels
recommends
suggests
advocates
endorses
approves
commends
praises
encourages
aids
assists
helps
abets
backs
upholds
sustains
maintains
reinforces
revives
restores
revamps
rejuvenates
Definitions
- To give someone the confidence or enthusiasm to do something
- * To stimulate someone to take action or to behave in a particular way
- * To give support or approval to someone or something
Usage Examples
- The coach encourages her team to work together and support each other
- * Her parents' words of encouragement gave her the confidence to apply for the job
- * The new policy encourages companies to invest in renewable energy
Antonyms
discourages
disheartens
depresses
demotivates
demoralizes
intimidates
frightens
alarms
warns
cautions
advises against
dissuades
deters
prevents
prohibits
forbids
bans
restricts
limits
hinders
obstructs
blocks
thwarts
opposes
resists
withstands
rejects
denies
refuses
disparages
belittles
disparates
decries
denounces
condemns
criticizes
censures
reproaches
rebukes
chides
scolds
admonishes
reproves