Added 9 October 2026
encouraging
/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/ adjective
In Latin: hortāns, exhortāns Wiktionary
adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about encouraging at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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Giving courage or confidence or hope.
encouraging advances in medical research
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Furnishing support and encouragement.
the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher