encouraging

Definition

  • adjective: causing a hopeful feeling
  • adjective: giving hope or promise
  • synonyms: inspiriting, favoring, supportive

Examples

  • She smiled 'encouragingly' at the new student.

  • We've just heard some 'encouraging' news.

  • an 'encouraging' smile

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) It's me. - I love this plan. - I didn't... You're crazy. I like that. So, what is the plan? That's not really encouraging. I was wondering where that went. Stay low and ready your weapons. We're here. - Wait! What are you? - Relax. (..)
    2010 How to Train Your Dragon