nurturing
8 synonyms 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.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
nourish
bring up
How to use nurturing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
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.
