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encouraging

The word “encouraging” has 4 syllables: en-cour-ag-ing

It's pronounced as /ɪnˈkɜrɪdʒɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for encouraging?

In the thesaurus, “encouraging” has 185 synonyms and 133 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for encouraging along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for encouraging

Antonyms for encouraging

Meanings of encouraging

  • verb
    1. To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
    2. To spur on, strongly recommend.
    3. To foster, give help or patronage.
  • noun
    1. Encouragement.
  • adjective
    1. Giving courage, confidence or hope.
    2. Supporting by giving encouragement.
    3. Auspicious, or bringing good luck.

Example Sentences

  • She gave me an encouraging smile before the exam.
  • The results of the experiment were quite encouraging.
  • His encouraging words helped me overcome my fear.
  • The teacher’s feedback was very encouraging to the students.
  • They heard some encouraging news about the project’s progress.

On this page you'll find 318 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to encouraging, such as: abetting, activating, adjuring, advancing, advantageous, advertising, advocating.

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facilitating

gaining

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