Synonyms for Nurture (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (the properties acquired as a consequence of the way you were treated as a child):
raising, rearing
WordNet sense 2 (bring up):
parent, raise, rear, bring up
WordNet sense 3 (provide with nourishment):
nourish, sustain
WordNet sense 4 (helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community):
breeding, upbringing, fosterage, fostering, bringing up
WordNet sense 5 (help develop, help grow):
foster
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