nurtures 1 of 2

verb

Definition of nurturesnext
present tense third-person singular of nurture
1
as in promotes
to help the growth or development of wanted to find the art school that would best nurture his artistic talent

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2
as in educates
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding she feels that her lifelong practice of reading the Bible daily has nurtured her in ways she cannot describe

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3
as in sustains
to supply with nourishment nurtured their children through the long winters with home-cooked soup

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nurtures

2 of 2

noun

plural of nurture
as in nourishments

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nurtures
  1. promotes
  2. sustains
  3. encourages
  4. inspires
  5. nourishes
  6. cultivates
  7. fosters
Verb
  • Enjoying undisturbed sleep also promotes muscle and tissue growth and recovery, so has been helpful for reducing some of my skin issues and helping with post-workout recovery.
    Devinder Bains, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Red light promotes collagen production and thus helps to reduce signs of aging by making the skin firmer, tighter, and more radiant.
    Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of promotes
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  • If that sustains or even improves in Toronto, Mitchell’s role with the Raptors could drastically change in the short and long term.
    Esfandiar Baraheni, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Much as our blood vessels send life-sustaining fluid throughout our bodies, these tunnels convey the precious water that sustains all life in this region.
    Martin Broen, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of sustains
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  • Cruising retrograde, Jupiter encourages a little healing in partnership with Chiron.
    Jennifer Culp, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
  • With heartfelt lyrics and a powerful melody, the song encourages listeners to rise above their struggles and find strength in their beliefs.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of encourages
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  • Attend Conferences And Events Attending conferences or other in-person events always inspires me and gives me an influx of new ideas and concepts to discuss with our team and bring to our clients.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Nothing inspires creativity as much as conversations.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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  • While the colloidal gold soothes inflammation and nourishes the skin with antioxidants, hexapeptides smooth out the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while Damask rose helps strengthen the skin barrier.
    Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This paraben-free formula deeply nourishes skin to leave it brighter, more hydrated and glowing all season long.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of nourishes
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  • Miami Dade is a member of New America’s Public Interest Technology Network, which cultivates tech professionals who are ethics-savvy.
    Shalin Jyotishi, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Situated on 104 acres, Breaux Vineyards cultivates 17 varietals and is renowned for its Old World-style wines, including award-winning nebbiolo and meritage blends.
    Taryn White, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of cultivates
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  • This approach fosters loyalty and justifies the recurring cost, driving long-term customer retention.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This safety net fosters open communication, where innovation and creative problem-solving thrive.
    Lynda Silsbee, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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