Synonyms of nurture

12 similar words · 2 opposite words

Another word for nurture is education. Other synonyms of nurture are training.

Synonyms and similar words for nurture

encourage
fosterTo nurture or bring up offspring, or to provide similar parental care to an unrelated child.
feed
grow
culture
cultivateTo nurture; to foster; to tend.
promote
raise

noun The act of nourishing or nursing; tender care.
noun That which nourishes; food; diet.
noun The environmental influences that contribute to a person’s development (as opposed to "nature").

What is another word for nurture?: Nurture has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as education and training.
What is the opposite of nurture?: The opposite of nurture is destroy. Other antonyms of nurture are hinder.
What does nurture mean?: Nurture means the act of nourishing or nursing; tender care.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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