fomento

Definitions of fomento
  1. noun
    deliberate and intentional triggering (of trouble or discord)
    synonyms: fomentación, instigación
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    type of:
    iniciación
    an act that sets in motion some course of events
  2. noun
    the act of giving hope or support to someone
    synonyms: estímulo
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    type of:
    auxilio, ayuda
    the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
  3. noun
    encouragement of the progress or growth or acceptance of something
    synonyms: promoción
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    type of:
    incitación
    the expression of approval and support
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