- the act of encouraging somebody to do something; something that encourages somebody
- a few words of encouragement
- He needs all the support and encouragement he can get.
- With a little encouragement from his parents he should do well.
- encouragement (to somebody) (to do something) She was given every encouragement to try something new.
- Her words were a great encouragement to them.
Extra Examples- Getting the support of the Queen was a great encouragement to those involved in the project.
- Given the slightest encouragement, he'd leave his job.
- I draw great encouragement from the fact that the classroom is always full.
- Instead of criticism, use encouragement.
- Mick was always ready to offer advice and encouragement.
- Perhaps I can offer a few words of encouragement to those who did not win any prizes this time.
- We are grateful to all our friends for their support and encouragement.
- We needed no further encouragement to stop work.
- With a bit of encouragement, she could do really well.
- You need encouragement from people who understand what you are trying to do.
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- considerable
- great
- strong
- …
- give somebody
- offer (somebody)
- provide (somebody with)
- …
- with encouragement
- encouragement by
- encouragement from
- …
- support and encouragement
- words of encouragement
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