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encouraging

en·cou·ra·ging

UK/ɪnˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/ US/ɪnˈkɝɹɪd͡ʒɪŋ/ fairly common

adjective

1.

giving courage or confidence or hope

  • “encouraging advances in medical research”
2.

furnishing support and encouragement

  • “the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher”
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3.

tending to favor or bring good luck

  • “miracles are auspicious accidents”
  • “encouraging omens”
  • “a favorable time to ask for a raise”
  • “lucky stars”
  • “a prosperous moment to make a decision”

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