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encouragement
noun as in help, support
Strongest matches
assistance, backing, cheer, comfort, confidence, consolation, faith, fortitude, incentive, inspiration, optimism, reassurance, relief, reward, stimulation, stimulus
Strong matches
advance, advocacy, aid, animation, boost, easement, favor, firmness, helpfulness, hope, incitement, invigoration, promotion, refreshment, softening, succor, supporting, trust, urging
Weak matches
consoling, enlivening, inspiritment, reassuring, relieving, shot in the arm, solacing
Example Sentences
With his parents’ encouragement, he joined some 200 other students in a midday walkout after the closures were announced.
Her eyes met those of Mrs. Apple, whose face shone with unspoken encouragement.
“As a dedicated soccer player, she was known for her encouragement, determination, and the way she lifted up those around her,” Turner’s family wrote.
Alon also highlights the role BBC Introducing has played in their career, calling it a platform that provides encouragement and exposure when it is needed most.
Newsom received similar praise — and encouragement — when he was introduced at the “Take It Back” rally in Houston.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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