This is the 9435th most frequent Spanish word.
alientan
"Encourage" or "give support."
The verb 'alientan' is used in its typical sense of 'to encourage' or 'to support'.
Ellos alientan a su equipo a ganar el partido.
They encourage their team to win the match.
Here, 'alientan' conveys motivation and emotional support.
Las palabras de apoyo de su mentor lo alientan a seguir adelante.
The supportive words from his mentor motivate him to keep going.
In this case, 'alientan' means 'to promote' or 'to incite'.