encourage encourage /ɪnˈkɝːədʒ/

verb

1. () Contribute to the progress or growth of  ( boost , further , advance , encourage , promote )
   contribute to the progress or growth of
    I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
   I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
   
2. () Inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to  ( encourage )
   inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
     I encourage you to follow your passion and pursue your dreams.
   I encourage you to follow your passion and pursue your dreams.
   
3. () Spur on  ( encourage )
   spur on
    His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife
   His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife