Encouraging: meaning, definitions and examples

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encouraging

[ ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ ]

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in a positive way

Giving someone support, confidence, or hope. Inspiring someone to keep going despite difficulties. Promoting a feeling of optimism and motivation.

Synonyms

inspiring, motivating, optimistic, reassuring, supportive

Examples of usage

Her encouraging words helped him believe in himself.
The encouraging smile on her face reassured him.
I find his positive attitude very encouraging.
His encouraging gestures made me feel more confident.
They received encouraging feedback on their project.

Translations

Translations of the word "encouraging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encorajador

🇮🇳 प्रोत्साहक

🇩🇪 ermutigend

🇮🇩 menggembirakan

🇺🇦 підбадьорюючий

🇵🇱 zachęcający

🇯🇵 励みになる (hagemi ni naru)

🇫🇷 encourageant

🇪🇸 alentador

🇹🇷 cesaret verici

🇰🇷 격려하는 (gyeonglyeohaneun)

🇸🇦 مشجع

🇨🇿 povzbuzující

🇸🇰 povzbudzujúci

🇨🇳 鼓舞人心的 (gǔwǔ rénxīn de)

🇸🇮 spodbuden

🇮🇸 hvetjandi

🇰🇿 жігерлендіретін

🇬🇪 გამამხნევებელი

🇦🇿 həvəsləndirici

🇲🇽 alentador

Word origin

The word 'encouraging' originated from the Old French word 'encoragier' which meant to make strong or hearten. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. Over time, 'encouraging' has evolved to represent the act of giving support, confidence, or hope to others.