encouraged
adj. US //ɛnˈkɝɪdʒd// UK //ɛnkˈʌɹɪdʒd// en·cour·aged
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1 feeling hopeful (adj.) B1 Intermediatefeeling more positive or confident about a situation.
describing a psychological state of increased optimism or confidence resulting from external support or positive data.
ExampleI felt encouraged by the positive feedback I received on my first draft.
ExampleThe board of directors felt encouraged by the quarterly sales figures, which suggested a significant recovery in the European market.
- optimistic
- heartened
- hopeful