encourage

US /ɪnˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/
UK /ɪnˈkɝː.ɪdʒ/
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1.

鼓励, 激励

give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)

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We encourage students to read widely.
我们鼓励学生广泛阅读。
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His parents always encouraged him in his studies.
他的父母总是鼓励他学习。
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inspiremotivatestimulateheartenembolden
2.

促进, 助长

cause (something) to develop or happen

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The warm weather encouraged the plants to grow.
温暖的天气促进了植物的生长。
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The new policy will encourage investment in the region.
新政策将鼓励该地区的投资。
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promotefosterfurtheradvancefacilitate
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encouragingencouragement