Foster and Stifle

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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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Stifle is an antonym for foster.

Stifle verb - To be or cause to be killed by lack of breathable air.

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Foster is an antonym for stifle.

Nearby Words: stifled, stifling

desire	foster desire	stifle desire
impression	foster impression	stifle impression
resentment	foster resentment	stifle resentment
career	foster career	stifle career
Other words: development, feelings.

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