nurture

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: nur-ture (2)
English Definition

Care for and encourage the growth or development of.

Example Sentence

We should nurture the talents of our children.

US IPA /ˈnɜːrtʃər/
UK IPA /ˈnɜːtʃə(r)/

Synonyms

foster cherish cultivate raise support

Antonyms

neglect ignore harm