(1) a defensive card play signal asking partner to lead or continue a specified suit
tending to favor or bring good luck; "miracles are auspicious accidents"; "encouraging omens"; "a favorable time to ask for a raise"; "lucky stars"; "a prosperous moment to make a decision"
giving courage or confidence or hope; "encouraging advances in medical research"
giving courage or confidence or hope; "encouraging advances in medical research" furnishing support and encouragement; "the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher
1 a defensive card play signal asking partner to lead or continue a specified suit; 2 a bid suggesting that partner continue to a higher contract
Something that is encouraging gives people hope or confidence. There are encouraging signs of an artistic revival The results have been encouraging It was encouraging that he recognised the dangers facing the company. + encouragingly en·cour·ag·ing·ly `You're doing really well,' her midwife said encouragingly. giving you hope and confidence = reassuring
furnishing support and encouragement; "the anxious child needs supporting and accepting treatment from the teacher
encouragingly cesaret verici bir surette
Silbentrennung
en·co·u·ra·ging·ly ce·sa·ret ve·ri·ci bir su·ret·te