Vocabulary Entry

encouraged

|verb • adjective

verb

to give support, confidence, or hope to someone

Example Sentences

"The teacher encouraged her students to ask questions."

"He encouraged his friend to apply for the job."

"The coach encouraged the team to keep trying despite the score."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The encouraged student performed better on the test."

"Her encouraging words made a big difference."

"The atmosphere at the event was very encouraging for the participants."