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encouragement

[ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒmənt]

encouragement Definition

  • 1the action of giving someone support, confidence, or hope
  • 2something that gives someone support, confidence, or hope

Using encouragement: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "encouragement" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The coach gave the team a lot of encouragement before the game.

  • Example

    Her parents' encouragement helped her to pursue her dreams.

  • Example

    I want to offer you some words of encouragement.

encouragement Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for encouragement

Antonyms for encouragement

Phrases with encouragement

  • a statement that is intended to give someone support, confidence, or hope

    Example

    She offered me some words of encouragement before my presentation.

  • the absence of support, confidence, or hope

    Example

    The lack of encouragement from her family made it difficult for her to pursue her goals.

  • to require support, confidence, or hope

    Example

    I'm feeling discouraged and I need some encouragement right now.

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Summary: encouragement in Brief

Encouragement [ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒmənt] is the act of giving someone support, confidence, or hope. It can also refer to something that provides support, confidence, or hope. Examples include 'The coach gave the team a lot of encouragement before the game,' and 'I want to offer you some words of encouragement.' Synonyms include 'support' and 'motivation,' while antonyms include 'discouragement' and 'deterrent.'