encourager

Definition of encouragernext

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Recent Examples of encourager Thank you for being my friend, mentor, encourager and visionary. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for encourager
Noun
  • For months, Johnson has been a cheerleader for reconciliation and, on Thursday afternoon, met with some of the House Republicans whose votes could prove decisive in any floor vote.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 28 Mar. 2026
  • Olivia, a dancer and cheerleader, just celebrated her seventh birthday.
    Kerry Breen, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • If the rock star is a romantic individual who expresses some inner truth through original music, the idol is an omnicompetent interpreter of material.
    Mitch Therieau, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
  • Martinez and his partner and interpreter, Odilia Romero, are thrilled with inclusion and hope for a star designation — but say there are many others who should also be included.
    Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • People sometimes got a horrifying glimpse of a fellow traveler in pajamas.
    Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
  • In other corners of the magazine, fashion gets some compelling fellow travelers.
    John Vorwald, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026

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“Encourager.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/encourager. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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