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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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encourages
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