Foster
To encourage the development or growth of something; to nurture and support.
verbFoster
To encourage the development or growth of something; to nurture and support.
verbImagine This
Imagine a patient teacher who waters the seeds of a student’s curiosity day after day. Each early question is a seed; over time, curiosity sprouts into confident problem-solving and creative thinking.
Sounds Like
FOSS-ter
Looks Like
Looks like 'forest' (similar letters).
Remember This
Foster is commonly used with growth, development, talent, relationships, or economies (foster growth, foster talent, foster relationships, foster economic development). The noun form 'foster' refers to a person who provides temporary care for a child.
Other Forms
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nurture, cultivate, promote, encourage, support
Note
Use foster to mean nurture or promote. It does not imply legal adoption. Common collocations include foster a relationship, foster growth, foster innovation, and foster care. Be careful not to confuse with 'forest' or proper names like 'Foster.'