encourage

encourage verb/ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒ//ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ/促す

to persuade somebody to do something by making it easier for them and making them believe it is a good thing to do

encourage somebody to do something Banks actively encouraged people to borrow money.

I strongly encourage everyone to go and see this important film.

encourage (doing) something Speaking your mind is highly encouraged at these sessions.

I try to encourage my mother to go to the doctor.