encourager
encourager — noun
1. a person who tells or shows others that they can succeed, giving them the confid
a person who tells or shows others that they can succeed, giving them the confidence to keep trying
Linnea's father was her biggest encourager, always telling her to follow her dreams.
collocation: biggest encourager
The coach acted as an encourager for the team, lifting their spirits after every loss.
encourager + for + noun phrase
Mayumi found an encourager in her elderly neighbor, who often praised her artwork.
Sahil became an encourager to new students, helping them feel welcome at school.
A good manager is also an encourager who celebrates small victories with the team.
- supporter
more general; can refer to anyone who backs a person, team, or cause
- cheerleader
more informal; suggests someone who praises enthusiastically
- motivator
emphasises the effect of inspiring action rather than giving emotional comfort
- critic
someone who points out faults rather than offering support
- discourager
less common; someone who makes others feel less confident
文法句型
an encourager + of + noun phrase
an encourager + to-infinitive
用法筆記
This noun is formed from the verb 'encourage' with the -er suffix. The verb 'encourage' and the noun 'encouragement' are far more common in everyday speech and writing.