What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
embolden
Example
The coach's words emboldened the team to play with more aggression. [emboldened: verb]
Example
The success of her first book emboldened her to write a second one. [emboldened: past participle]
encourage
Example
I always try to encourage my students to do their best. [encourage: verb]
Example
The company's policies are designed to encourage innovation and creativity. [encourage: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Encourage is more commonly used than embolden in everyday language and covers a wider range of contexts and situations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between embolden and encourage?
Encourage is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while embolden may be more appropriate for informal or creative writing.
