Enjoin and Foster

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Enjoin verb - To ask for (something) earnestly or with authority.

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Foster is an antonym for enjoin.

Foster verb - To help the growth or development of.

Usage example: the head librarian firmly declared that it is indeed the duty of local government to foster learning and a love of reading

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Enjoin is an antonym for foster.

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