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1. encourage
verb. ['ɛnˈkɝːɪdʒ, ɪnˈkɝːədʒ'] contribute to the progress or growth of.
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- encourage (English)
- encoragen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- encoragier (Anglo-Norman)
2. encourage
verb. ['ɛnˈkɝːɪdʒ, ɪnˈkɝːədʒ'] inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to.
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Etymology
- encourage (English)
- encoragen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- encoragier (Anglo-Norman)