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Meaning of discourage
The primary meaning of the word "discourage" is to deprive someone of confidence or enthusiasm.
Etymology of discourage
The word "discourage" originates from the Old French word "descurager", which is derived from "des-" (meaning "away from" or "opposite of") and "corage" (meaning "heart" or "courage")
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of depriving someone of courage or confidence
Synonyms
deter
dissuade
discourage
demotivate
dishearten
demoralize
depress
deject
dispirit
unnerve
intimidate
cow
daunt
bully
browbeat
harass
torment
tease
taunt
mock
scorn
sneer
belittle
demean
humiliate
mortify
crush
devastate
dismay
disillusion
disenchant
Definitions
- To deprive someone of confidence or enthusiasm, or to make someone less likely to do something
- * To express disapproval or dislike of something, especially in order to prevent it from happening or continuing
Usage Examples
- The high cost of living can discourage people from moving to the city
- * Her lack of success discouraged her from pursuing a career in music
- * The company's policy is designed to discourage employees from taking unnecessary risks