"encouragement" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

The expression of approval and support (synset 106704187)
is a type of: approval, commendation - a message expressing a favorable opinion
subtypes:
- abetment, abettal, instigation - the verbal act of urging on
- cheering, shouting - encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
- advancement, furtherance, promotion - encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something
- fosterage, fostering - encouragement; aiding the development of something
- goad, goading, prod, prodding, spur, spurring, urging - a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
- incitement, provocation - needed encouragement
- vote of confidence - an expression of approval and encouragement
The act of giving hope or support to someone (synset 101213509)
is a type of: aid, assist, assistance, help - the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

subtypes: morale booster, morale building - anything that serves to increase morale

same as: boost
The feeling of being encouraged (synset 107556837)
is a type of: hope - the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled