Encouraging

/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:21 pts11 letters

Definition of Encouraging

verb

To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
"I encouraged him during his race."
To spur on, strongly recommend.
"We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre."
To foster, give help or patronage
"The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed"

noun

Encouragement

adjective

Giving courage, confidence or hope
"Although there is no cure for the disease yet, the research results are encouraging."
Supporting by giving encouragement
Auspicious, or bringing good luck

Anagrams of Encouraging

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "encouraging":

9-LETTER WORDS

8-LETTER WORDS

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7-LETTER WORDS

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

bieldembolden

ANTONYMS

becouragediscourage

Rhyming Words

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