verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

encourage, support

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Example Sentences

Example:His parents encouraged him to pursue his dream rather than baulking at it.

Definition:to support or motivate someone (especially by words) to do something

From encourage

Example:The boss baulked at the workers' request, instead of supporting their initiative.

Definition:to behave in a way that helps or favors a person, group, or cause

From support