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Nurtured

Verb / ˈnɜ:tʃɜ:d / Another word for nurtured — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

raise bringup nourish rear sustain foster nurture parent fostered supported encouraged raised developed cultivated sustained promoted nourished cherished attended maintained safeguarded guarded protected helped assisted facilitated advanced pushed

Example sentences

  1. She nurtured her baby by feeding him and changing his diaper.
  2. He nurtured his garden by pulling weeds and adding fertilizer.
  3. The teacher nurtured her students by giving them positive feedback.
  4. The coach nurtured his players by giving them advice and encouragement.
  5. The artist nurtured her talent by practicing every day.

Quotes

  • The love of a mother is the veil of a softer light between the heart and the heavenly Father. She nurtures her child into the possession of his highest possibilities.
  • A teacher who is attempting to teach without inspiring the pupil with a desire to learn is hammering on cold iron. - Horace Mann
  • We can't all be heroes because somebody has to sit on the curb and clap as they go by. - Will Rogers

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