励
encourage; rouse; surname
Meanings
3 senses · 12 examplesverb
to encourage; to urge; to exhort
Commonly used to describe motivating or prompting someone to take action.
Teachers often encourage students to study hard.
We encouraged each other and finally finished the project.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
The company offers bonuses to reward outstanding employees.
The teacher uses praise to encourage underperforming students.
Parents often encourage their children to stick to their dreams.
verb
to rouse oneself; to boost morale
literaryUsed in formal or literary contexts, often paired with set phrases.
Leaders call on everyone to rouse themselves and revitalize the country.
In difficult times, we must boost our morale and get through the crisis together.
Show 3 more examplesShow fewer examples
This old shop roused itself and regained market recognition.
He decided to rouse himself and improve the company's operating conditions.
The team roused itself and finally secured the important cooperation project.
noun
Li (surname)
Used as a family name, following standard Chinese surname naming conventions.
Mr. Li is a new client of our company.
I know a history teacher whose surname is Li.