Daily RYT Word : ENCOURAGE verb 1. give support, confidence, or hope to (someone). we were encouraged by the success of this venture synonyms: hearten, cheer, buoy up, uplift, inspire, motivate, spur on, stir, stir up, fire up, stimulate, invigorate, vitalize, revitalize, embolden, fortify, rally; informalbuck up, pep up, give a shot in the arm to the players were encouraged by the crowds response promising, hopeful, auspicious, propitious, favorable, bright, rosy; heartening, reassuring, cheering, comforting, welcome, pleasing, gratifying an encouraging start supportive, understanding, helpful; positive, responsive, enthusiastic, boosterish my parents were very encouraging antonyms: discourage give support and advice to (someone) so that they will do or continue to do something. pupils are encouraged to be creative synonyms: persuade, coax, urge, press, push, pressure, pressurize, prod, goad, egg on, prompt, influence, sway; More antonyms: dissuade help or stimulate (an activity, state, or view) to develop. the intention is to encourage new writing talent synonyms: support, back, champion, promote, further, foster, nurture, cultivate, strengthen, stimulate; More antonyms: hinder
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