nurturing
Nurturing (adj) means caring and supportive, especially in a way that encourages growth or development. Example: “She grew up in a warm and nurturing household.”
How to use nurturing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishProviding warm, supportive care that helps someone or something grow.
Word forms
more nurturing comparative, most nurturing superlative
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She grew up in a warm and _____ household.
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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.