encourage

/ɛnkˈʌɹɪd‍ʒ/

/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒ/, /ɪnˈkɝədʒ/

to encourage

MAIN VERB

заохочувати

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

antonyms : discourage

Examples

1. Government policies are encouraging the growth of rural tourism.

2. The teacher encouraged a class discussion on the topic.

3. The teacher encouraged the students to focus on their writing skills.

4. The company encourages employees to invest in a retirement plan for their nest egg.