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en·cour·ag·ing
 encouraging
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- pronunciation:
- ihn
kuhr
jihng
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
arousing feelings of hope or courage.
- similar words:
- favorable, hopeful
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| definition 2: |
tending to give help, support, or approval.
My teachers were very encouraging when I was struggling with reading. |
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| derivation: |
encouragingly (adv.) |
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