encouraging
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Is encouraging a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of encouraging?
Definition
verb (English)
1. contribute to the progress or growth ofExamples: "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"Synonyms: advance, boost, encourage, further, promote
2. inspire with confidence; give hope or courage toSynonyms: encourageAntonyms: discourage
3. spur onExamples: "His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife"Synonyms: encourage
adjective (English)
1. giving courage or confidence or hopeExamples: "encouraging advances in medical research"Synonyms: encouragingAntonyms: discouraging
adjective satellite (English)
1. furnishing support and encouragementExamples: "the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher"Synonyms: encouraging, supporting
Definition source: Wiktionary