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encorajou
[en.ko.ra.ˈʒou]
verb
encouraged
1.
past tense of 'encorajar' - to give courage or confidence to someone; to inspire or motivate
She encouraged him to pursue his dreams.
Ela o encorajou a perseguir seus sonhos.
2.
to promote or support the development or growth of something
The government encouraged investment in renewable energy.
O governo encorajou o investimento em energia renovável.
Synonyms
animou
inspirou
estimulou
impulsionou
incentivou
Antonyms
desanimou
desestimulou
descorajou
intimidou
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
encorajou
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
encorajou
Standard usage in Portugal
Related Idioms & Phrases
encorajar alguém a fazer algo
ser encorajado por
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