nurturing
adj. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈnɝtʃɝɪŋ// UK //nˈɜːtʃəɹɪŋ// nur·tur·ing
adj. caring for someone or something and helping them grow or develop.
adj. providing care, support, and encouragement to foster growth or development. Often used to describe environments, relationships, or personality traits.
She has a very nurturing personality and loves helping others.
The school provides a nurturing environment where students feel safe to express their creative ideas.
A successful mentorship requires a nurturing approach that balances critical feedback with the emotional support necessary for a junior colleague to build professional confidence.
Usage
Commonly used as a participial adjective; often appears before nouns like 'environment', 'relationship', or 'parent'.