encourage

/ɛnkˈʌɹɪd‍ʒ/

/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒ/, /ɪnˈkɝədʒ/

to encourage

MAIN VERB

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

antonyms : discourage

to make something more likely to exist, happen or develop

synonyms : advance

to persuade a person to do something by making them think it is good for them or by making it easier

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.