encouragement (Meaning)
encouragement (n)
the expression of approval and support
the act of giving hope or support to someone
the feeling of being encouraged
encouragement (n.)
The act of encouraging; incitement to action or to practice; as, the encouragement of youth in generosity.
That which serves to incite, support, promote, or advance, as favor, countenance, reward, etc.; incentive; increase of confidence; as, the fine arts find little encouragement among a rude people.
Synonyms & Antonyms of encouragement
Synonyms:
- goad
- fuel
- provocation
- stimulant
- spur
- yeast
- boost
- incitement
- momentum
- impulse
- reason
- instigation
- catalyst
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- cause
- spark
- antecedent
- inducement
- motive
- shot in the arm
- incitation
- invitation
- grounds
- occasion
- consideration
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
encouragement Sentence Examples
- The coach's encouragement motivated the team to perform better in the game.
- The therapist offered encouragement and support to the patient during their recovery journey.
- The friend's encouragement gave me the confidence to take a leap of faith and pursue my dream.
- Her teacher's encouragement inspired her to excel in her studies.
- The crowd's encouragement cheered the runner to cross the finish line.
- The leader's encouragement boosted the morale of the entire organization.
- The speaker's encouragement resonated with the audience, leaving them feeling motivated and inspired.
- The encouraging words from my loved ones helped me overcome my fears and take on new challenges.
- The positive encouragement from my colleagues created a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- The mentor's encouragement guided me through the difficult times and helped me achieve my goals.
FAQs About the word encouragement
the expression of approval and support, the act of giving hope or support to someone, the feeling of being encouragedThe act of encouraging; incitement to actio
motivation, stimulus, impetus,incentive, goad, fuel, provocation, stimulant, spur, yeast
disincentive,disincentive, counterincentive,counterincentive,
The coach's encouragement motivated the team to perform better in the game.
The therapist offered encouragement and support to the patient during their recovery journey.
The friend's encouragement gave me the confidence to take a leap of faith and pursue my dream.
Her teacher's encouragement inspired her to excel in her studies.
