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What is another word for Encouraging Signs? – 136 Encouraging Signs Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    promising signs positive indications heartening developments uplifting trends favorable omens reassuring signals comforting evidence hopeful prospects optimistic outlooks cheering news inspiring progress motivating factors stimulating influences supportive circumstances propitious conditions auspicious beginnings rosy forecasts bright possibilities golden opportunities silver linings beacons of hope rays of sunshine gleams of light sparks of promise glimmers of possibility hints of success portents of good fortune auguries of prosperity harbingers of hope precursors of success

    Meaning of Encouraging Signs

    The primary meaning of "Encouraging Signs" refers to indications or signals that give hope or promise for a positive outcome or future.

    Definitions

    • Signs or indications that something is likely to happen or be successful
    • * Evidence or suggestions that a situation is improving or will improve
    • * Factors or circumstances that give confidence or hope for a positive outcome

    Etymology of Encouraging Signs

    The word "Encouraging" comes from the Old French "encoragier", meaning to hearten or inspire, which is derived from the words "en" (in) and "corage" (courage)
    The word "Signs" comes from the Old French "signe", meaning a mark or symbol, which is derived from the Latin "signum", meaning a sign or token
    The phrase "Encouraging Signs" has been in use since the 15th century, initially in a literal sense to describe visible indications of something, and later in a figurative sense to describe positive indications or prospects

    Example Uses

    • The company's latest financial reports show encouraging signs of growth and profitability
    • * The doctor saw encouraging signs of recovery in her patient's condition
    • * The team's performance in the first half of the season showed encouraging signs of improvement

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    discouraging signs negative indications unfavorable omens alarming signals depressing evidence hopeless prospects pessimistic outlooks bleak forecasts dismal possibilities threatening conditions ominous beginnings inauspicious signs unfavorable circumstances unpromising developments disheartening trends disappointing news uninspiring progress unmotivating factors unstimulating influences