[zhù zhǎng]
encourage; abet; foster; foment; promote the development of; indulge; give a loose rein to (sth. bad)
furtherance of offence
助长犯罪
encourage evil trends
助长歪风邪气
The lack of understanding fosters feelings of hatred between the two nations.
缺乏了解助长两国之间的仇意。