v. t.
David encouraged himself in the Lord. 1 Sam. xxx. 6.
adj. made to feel more courage, hope, or optimism.
n. [ Cf. F. encouragement. ]
All generous encouragement of arts. Otway. [ 1913 Webster ]
To think of his paternal care,
Is a most sweet encouragement to prayer. Byron. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who encourages, incites, or helps forward; a favorer. [ 1913 Webster ]
The pope is . . . a great encourager of arts. Addison. [ 1913 Webster ]