# encouraged vs entourage

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### encouraged
*adjective · IPA /ɪŋˈkɝɪd͡ʒd/ · frequency rank #4,154*
Having been given hope or encouragement.

### entourage
*noun · IPA /ˈɒn.tʊ.ɹɑːʒ/ · frequency rank #22,661*
A retinue of attendants, associates or followers.

## Source
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