encourager
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2.7
- noun
- /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒər/
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animador
- She's always been my greatest encourager.
And another interesting way to turn a man on emotionally is to be an encourager, not a destroyer.
- And another interesting way to turn a man on emotionally is to be an encourager, not a destroyer.
- They become your rescuer, but they will never become your encourager or the person who sees your better nature again.
- Yeah, you're talking about relaxed but consistent eye contact, leaning in, nodding along and giving the minimal encouragers.
Examples
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Sometimes I find myself, the encourager, in need of encouragement.
Blog text (27) -
That day began a relationship with someone who was to become my Zen teacher, great encourager, great challenger, and friend.
Academic text (2000) -
Imagine if those of us newly called to writing could have such a powerful mentor and encourager.
Blog text (14) -
You will likely find yourself in the role of chief encourager and evangelist, but the results will be well worth the effort.
Academic text (2014) -
I am a full supporter and encourager of guest blogging as a marketing strategy.
Blog text (28) -
Trust in Him through all the pain and joys; let God be your safe place, your confidant, and your encourager.
Blog text (28) -
She prided herself on being his encourager, his support in every wild endeavor.
Fiction book (1991) -
She is known for being an encourager, prayer warrior, and advocate for the Fatherless.
Blog text (31) -
The counselor used a series of open-ended questions and minimal encouragers to explore what was important to Chandra, what she valued, and what goals she had set for herself.
Academic text (2008) -
My coach has always been an encourager, boosting my confidence before each game.
Synonyms
37
3.2
A person who supports and promotes a team, player, or cause
35
4.0
A person or thing that makes people want to do something
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3.9
Something that makes a group feel more confident and happy
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4.6
A person or thing that makes people more active and motivated
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5.8
A person who encourages people and makes them want to act
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5.1
Something that makes you feel happier
A person who strongly encourages people to act, often for moral or religious reasons
Someone who encourages and helps an idea or project grow
Antonyms
How Supportive
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word encourager comes from the parts en- and courage, and courage used to mean 'heart'. So an encourager is someone who 'puts heart into' others, giving them confidence, hope, and support.