encourages
Pronunciation: [ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪz]
Word
Context: "support"
(verb) to help someone feel confident and motivated to do something. It's like when you cheer for a friend to try their best in sports or school.
Example
My teacher encourages me to ask questions if I don’t understand something.
Example
He doesn’t encourage his sister to play sports; he thinks she should focus on studying.
Example
How does your coach encourage you to improve your skills?
Context: "development"
(verb) to promote growth or progress in something. This can mean helping someone to learn or helping an idea to grow.
Example
The program encourages students to explore their creativity.
Example
The outdated methods do not encourage innovation in the company.
Example
What activities encourage young minds to think critically?
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