English / word
nurturing
adjective C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Caring, protective, and helpful to the growth or development of someone or something.
In context
01
A nurturing environment helps children thrive.
02
Pedagogical models must emphasize philosophical inquiry, community immersion, and collaborative artistic expression, nurturing moral sensibilities that cannot be codified into algorithmic formulas.
Synonyms
caring,supportive,fostering
Antonyms
neglectful,discouraging,hostile
Collocations
nurturing environment,nurturing atmosphere,nurturing care