The meaning of ENCOURAGING is giving hope or promise. How to use encouraging in a sentence.

Definition of encouraging adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

It's very encouraging that Andrew is in favour of the project. The sales figures are very encouraging. Their performance on Saturday was very encouraging. I heard some …

ENCOURAGE definition: to inspire with courage, spirit, or confidence. See examples of encourage used in a sentence.

We've just heard some encouraging news. She smiled encouragingly at the new student.

Something that is encouraging gives people hope or confidence. There are encouraging signs of an artistic revival. The results have been encouraging. It was encouraging that he recognised …

Define encouraging. encouraging synonyms, encouraging pronunciation, encouraging translation, English dictionary definition of encouraging. adj. Giving courage, confidence, or hope: …

Dec 14, 2025 · encouraging (comparative more encouraging, superlative most encouraging) Giving courage, confidence or hope; auspicious. synonym Synonym: promising Although there …

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Something that's encouraging makes you feel better — more hopeful or confidant. A good theater director knows how to give her actors encouraging advice before they go on stage.