noun

encouragement

ihn-KUH-rihj-muhnt

noun

Words or actions that give someone confidence, support, or hope.

"A little encouragement from his parents made all the difference."

How to Use Encouragement

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSupport or motivation that helps someone keep going.

Common pairings

words of encouragement need encouragement offer encouragement

encouragements plural

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A little _____ from his parents made all the difference.

Borrowed from Middle French encoragement.

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