Word
encouraged
Phoneticsen·cour·aged, stress on the second syllable
US/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒd/
UK/ɛnkˈʌɹɪdʒd/
Definitions
01gave support or hope
B1 · Intermediate
v. gave someone the confidence or support to do something.
v. past tense of 'encourage', indicating the act of providing support, confidence, or hope to another person.
“My teacher encouraged me to apply for the scholarship after seeing my grades.”
“The mentor encouraged her protégé to pursue the research grant, despite the competitive nature of the application process.”
Usage
Often followed by an object and a to-infinitive.
Antonyms
02feeling hopeful
B1 · Intermediate
adj. feeling more hopeful or confident about something.
adj. describing a state of optimism or confidence resulting from external support or positive signs.
“I felt encouraged by the positive feedback I received on my first draft.”
“The investors were encouraged by the company's quarterly earnings report, which showed significant growth in emerging markets.”
Usage
Commonly follows linking verbs like 'feel' or 'be' and is often followed by 'by' or 'to'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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