Foster and Squelch

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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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Squelch is an antonym for foster.

Squelch verb - To put a stop to (something) by the use of force.

Usage example: immediately squelched any signs of rebellion

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Foster is an antonym for squelch.

Nearby Words: squelched, squelching, squelcher

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