CEFR B1

promotes

verb

Meaning

To further the progress of (a cause, venture, etc.); support or actively encourage.

Examples

The government's new policy promotes economic growth.
This training program promotes employee development.

Synonyms: boost, further, advocate, foster

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promotes (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /prəˈmoʊts/

Definition

To further the progress of (a cause, venture, etc.); support or actively encourage.

Examples

The government's new policy promotes economic growth.
This training program promotes employee development.
Regular exercise promotes good health.

How to Use promotes

promote growth (collocation): To encourage or support an increase in something. — "The investment aims to promote economic growth in the region."
promote health (collocation): To encourage or support well-being and absence of illness. — "Public health campaigns often focus on how to promote healthy eating habits."
promote understanding (collocation): To help people to comprehend or sympathize with each other. — "Cultural exchange programs can promote understanding between different nations."
promote equality (collocation): To support or encourage fairness and equal rights. — "The organization works to promote gender equality in the workplace."

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