encourage

Definition

  • verb: to make (someone) more determined, hopeful, or confident
  • verb: to inspire with courage, spirit, or hope
  • often used as '(be) encouraged'
  • synonyms: hearten, embolden, animate

Examples

  • He claims the new regulations will 'encourage' people 'to invest'.

  • I 'am encouraged' that the project seems to be moving ahead.

  • Our early success left us feeling hopeful and 'encouraged'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) he won't ever go away. And I've just tried to be nice to him. Answer his letters. Keep him calm. Oh, my God. I've encouraged him. You can't blame yourself. He pushed inside. And he grabbed me. But I got away, and ran to the kitchen. And he clubbed me. (..)
    2014 Gone Girl
  • (..) The elephants are nearing the end of their long journey. After weeks of marching they're desperately tired. The matriarch can smell water and encourages the herd to make one last effort. The youngsters are exhausted but their mothers have made this journey before and they know (..)
    2006 TvShow: Planet Earth Title: From Pole to Pole Season: 1 Episode 1
  • (..) is very much a family enterprise. I work side by side with my wonderful son, H. W. I think one or two of you might have met him already. And I encourage my men to bring their families, as well. Of course, it makes for an ever so much more rewarding life for them. Family means children, (..)
    2007 There Will Be Blood