Encouraging
/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/
Scrabble:15 ptsWWF:21 pts11 letters
Definition of Encouraging
verb
noun
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
No exact anagrams found for "encouraging". This word has a unique letter combination.
Related Word Patterns
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Letter Values
e1
n1
c3
o1
u1
r1
a1
g2
i1
n1
g2
Total: 15 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Encouraging
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Encouraging"
Encouraging is a 11-letter word that scores 15 points in Scrabble and 21 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Encouraging" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "encouraging" is a high-scoring word.