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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

encouraged

/ɛnˈkʌrɪdʒd/ verb · British & US
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What does encouraged mean?

verb

Past tense of encourage, to give support or confidence to someone, or to make someone feel more confident or hopeful.

Example

"The news encouraged her to pursue her dream of becoming a writer."

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