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Definition encourage in British English

encourage verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒ/

▪ actively, greatly, positively, strongly

▪ cooperation, dialogue, investment, involvement, participation, use

1

to suggest that someone does something that you believe would be good

Example

We encourage student participation in our classes.

Example

Mum always encouraged us to discuss our problems.

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2

to provide conditions that help something to happen

Example

measures to actively encourage recycling

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3

to give someone confidence or hope

Example

His optimism encouraged me.

Example

Frank had encouraged Diana in her ambition to become a model.

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Definition encourage in British English