Synonyms for
Foster
Definition
to take care of someone else's child as if they were your own
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- foster care
- foster child
- foster parents
- foster development
- foster growth
- foster understanding
- foster innovation
- foster a sense of
Word family
Usage note
Primarily used as a verb meaning to encourage or promote the development of something. 'Foster care' is a common noun phrase referring to the system of temporary care for children.
Example sentences
- The animal shelter is looking for families to foster puppies and kittens.
- She hopes to foster a sense of responsibility in her children.
- The school works hard to foster a positive learning environment.
- They decided to foster a child from a different country to learn about different cultures.
- The organization aims to foster innovation and creativity among young adults.
Quotes
The best leaders are those most interested in surrounding themselves with assistants and associates smarter than they are. They are frank in admitting this and are willing to pay for such talents. - Antos Parrish
It takes a village to raise a child. - African Proverb
There is an instinct in a woman to love most her own child; and an instinct to make any child who needs her love, her own. - Robert Brault