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discouragement

/dɪ'skɜrɪdʒmənt/

Synonyms of discouragement Antonyms of discouragement Examples of discouragement Usage of discouragement Parts of discouragement Definition that contains discouragement Words sounding like discouragement Explanation of discouragement

noun
the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
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Similar:

disheartenment dismay

type of:
despair
noun
the act of discouraging
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"the discouragement of petty theft"

type of:
deterrence
noun
the expression of opposition and disapproval
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Opposite:

encouragement

type of:
disapproval

Synonyms & Similar Words

despair discourage intimidation dismay disapproval deterrence disheartenment dissuasion determent