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encourages
verb(en-cour-age)
contribute to the progress or growth of
Synonyms: advance, boost, further, promote,
encourages
verb(en-cour-age)
inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
Antonyms: discourage,
encourages
verb(en-cour-age)
spur on
Examples:
His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife.

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