Scrabble & Words with friends points
- encourages is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 13
- encourages is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 13
- encourages is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17
Definition of encourages
- contribute to the progress or growth of (verb)
Synonyms
- advance
- boost
- further
- promote
- inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to (verb)
- spur on (verb)
Examples
- His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife
See definition of encourages in Merriam Webster