January 17, 2026
nurture
/ˈnɜːɹ.tʃəɹ/noun
The care and support given to help someone or something grow and develop.
Example sentences
- “With patience and nurture, the shy student blossomed into a confident speaker.”
- “Good teachers know how to balance discipline with nurture.”
Half of the fixed pair 'nature versus nurture', the long debate over inborn traits and upbringing.