Definition of Encouraged

raised one’s spirits; gave confidence

Examples of Encouraged in a sentence

Although she encouraged her daughter to go out for the cheerleading team, Ramona’s confidence couldn’t inspire the shy girl to try.  

The runner’s recent win encouraged her to try a much longer race than she had entered in the past.  

A recruiter went to the school and encouraged students to join the military instead of going straight to work after graduation.  

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