English Dictionary

encouragement

[ɪnˈkʌɹɪdʒmənt]

noun

The act of encouraging / Something that incites, supports, promotes, protects or advances; incentive / Words or actions that increase someone's confidence / The feeling of being encouraged

Her words of encouragement motivated me to keep going.

意味（1）

The act of encouraging

意味（2）

Something that incites, supports, promotes, protects or advances; incentive

even their arch-enemy the gamekeeper is beginning reluctantly, but gradually, to acquiesce in the general belief of their innocence and utility, I cannot help indulging the hope that this bird will eventually meet with that general encouragement and protection to which its eminent services so richly entitle it.

意味（3）

Words or actions that increase someone's confidence

Diana Celeiro has come all the way from Argentina for the race. It’s her second time here. Her husband, Gustavo, acts as her support crew. Most of the runners have someone who stands diligently by the track watching, offering encouragement, preparing snacks or helping with any issues that arise, from blisters to emotional breakdowns.

意味（4）

The feeling of being encouraged