encouraging

C1Frequent NGSL-1
UK /ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ/US /ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ/

Meaning

adjective
that gives somebody support, courage or hope
This month's unemployment figures are not very encouraging.

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