fostered Definition
- 1encouraged or promoted the development of something
- 2provided care and support for a child or animal as a foster parent or guardian
Using fostered: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fostered" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The organization has fostered a culture of innovation and creativity.
Example
She fostered several children over the years, providing them with a loving home.
Example
The teacher fostered a love of reading in her students.
fostered Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with fostered
the system of providing care and support for a child who is not living with their biological parents
Example
The child was placed in foster care after being removed from an abusive home.
a family that provides care and support for a child who is not living with their biological parents
Example
The child was welcomed into a loving foster family.
a home that provides care and support for a child who is not living with their biological parents
Example
The child was placed in a foster home while awaiting adoption.
Summary: fostered in Brief
To 'foster' [ˈfɒstəd] means to encourage or promote the development of something or to provide care and support for a child or animal as a foster parent or guardian. It can refer to fostering a culture of innovation or fostering a love of reading in students. 'Foster' also extends into phrases like 'foster care,' which refers to the system of providing care and support for a child who is not living with their biological parents.
