Encourage
/ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒ/
Definitions
- (v.) To give support, confidence, or hope to someone.
The lawyer encouraged the witness to speak truthfully.
- (v.) To stimulate the development or growth of something.
The policy encourages innovation within the industry.
Forms
- encourages
- encouraged
- encouraging
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Commentary
Commonly used in legal drafting to promote desired actions or behaviors without imposing an obligation.
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