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encourage

英 [ɪn'kʌrɪdʒ; en-] 美[ɪn'kɝrɪdʒ]
  • vt. 鼓励,怂恿;激励;支持

英英释意


1. contribute to the progress or growth of;
"I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"
2. inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
3. spur on;
"His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife"