누군가에게 용기나 자신감, 또는 희망을 주다
To give support, confidence, or hope to someone
예문:
"The teacher's kind words encouraged the shy student to speak up in class."
"We were greatly encouraged by the early results of the medical trial."
누군가에게 특정 행동을 하도록 권하거나 설득하다
To persuade or advise someone to take a particular course of action
예문:
"The school encourages students to participate in various extracurricular activities."
"I would encourage you to read the contract carefully before signing it."
활동, 상태, 관점 등이 발전하거나 증가하도록 돕거나 자극하다
To help or stimulate an activity, state, or view to develop or increase
예문:
"The government is introducing new tax cuts to encourage foreign investment."
"Low interest rates are intended to encourage consumer spending and economic growth."