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nurturing

8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for nurturing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Caring and supportive, especially in a way that encourages growth or development.

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nourish bring up

How to use nurturing

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a nurturing environment nurturing parent

Frequently asked questions

What does “nurturing” mean?

The word “nurturing” means caring and supportive, especially in a way that encourages growth or development. In plain terms, providing warm, supportive care that helps someone or something grow.

How do you use “nurturing” in a sentence?

Here is “nurturing” used in a sentence: “She grew up in a warm and nurturing household.”

What part of speech is “nurturing”?

Depending on how it is used, “nurturing” can be an adjective and a verb.

Is “nurturing” a common word?

“Nurturing” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “nurturing” have?

“Nurturing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: caring and supportive, especially in a way that encourages growth or development.

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