"Encourage" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"encourage" Definition
- to give somebody support, courage or hope
- to persuade somebody to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do
- to make something more likely to happen or develop
"encourage" Synonyms & Antonyms
"encourage" synonyms:
- inspire,
- motivate,
- embolden,
- buoy,
- buoy-up,
- cheer,
- drive,
- empower,
- incentify,
- stimulate,
- strengthen,
- applaud,
- enliven,
- galvanise,
- galvanize,
- envigorate,
- invigorate,
- push,
- reassure
"encourage" antonyms:
- discourage,
- dishearten,
- uninspire,
- debilitate,
- demoralise,
- demoralize,
- enfeeble,
- hamstring,
- intimidate,
- psych-out,
- disincline,
- dissuade,
- hurt,
- inhibit,
- shake,
- suppress,
- brake,
- constrain,
- curb