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encouragement

UK/in'kʌridʒmәnt/US
B1

Definitions

n.

Words, actions, or support that give someone confidence or motivation to do something.

鼓励,激励,支持

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ento put into, to cause
+
couragestem
+
mentaction, result, state
=encouragement

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    With encouragement from her parents, she pursued a career in art.

  • 2.

    The coach provided encouragement to the struggling team.

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