nurtured
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnɝtʃɝd// UK //nˈɜːtʃəd// nur·tured
adj. cared for and encouraged to grow or develop. You use this to describe someone or something that has received a lot of support.
adj. having received care, protection, and encouragement to promote growth or development. Often used to describe the result of long-term emotional or professional support.
The young plants looked healthy and nurtured.
Having been nurtured by supportive teachers, the student felt confident enough to apply for the scholarship.
The startup's success is largely attributed to a nurtured corporate culture that prioritizes employee well-being and continuous professional development over short-term gains.
Usage
Often follows a linking verb like 'feel' or 'seem', or appears before a noun to describe a state of being.