encourage
Translation
to encourage, to support, to promote
Examples
My parents always encouraged me to study hard.
My parents always encouraged me to study hard.
The new policy encourages investment.
The new policy encourages investment.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to give support to (sb.) to do (sth.). She encouraged him to apply for the job.
((sth.)) to promote or stimulate (sth.). The government encourages foreign investment.
Similar Words
Synonyms: motivate, inspire, support; Antonyms: discourage, dissuade
Etymology
From 'en-' (to put into) and 'courage'. Literally, to put courage into someone.
Memory Tips
Think of putting courage 'in' someone: 'en-courage'.