encouragement
noun
en·cour·age·ment
in-ˈkər-ij-mənt 
-ˈkə-rij-,
en-
1
: the act of encouraging : the state of being encouraged
2
: something that encourages
Examples of encouragement in a Sentence
Our aim is the encouragement of investment.
the encouragement of plant growth
teachers who give their students a lot of encouragement
With support and encouragement from their parents, the students organized a fundraiser.
They offered him gifts of money and other encouragements.
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Mentors provide guidance, encouragement and constructive feedback, helping mentees build the confidence needed to take risks, lead projects and contribute meaningfully.
—
Doug Flaig, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
That is, encouragement that’s backed up with specific reasons and rationale.
—Scott Mautz, Contributor, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
Offer encouragement without over-praising: Determination through trial and error, but finding the right balance between discipline and praise is key.
—Alana Bracken, Parents, 28 Feb. 2025
To a veteran like Durant, this encouragement and increased playing time is the key to Buzelis taking the next step in his development.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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Doug Flaig, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
That is, encouragement that’s backed up with specific reasons and rationale.
—Scott Mautz, Contributor, CNBC, 28 Feb. 2025
Offer encouragement without over-praising: Determination through trial and error, but finding the right balance between discipline and praise is key.
—Alana Bracken, Parents, 28 Feb. 2025
To a veteran like Durant, this encouragement and increased playing time is the key to Buzelis taking the next step in his development.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for encouragement
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“Encouragement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/encouragement. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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