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Synonyms & Similar Words
disheartening
discouraging
depressing
dismal
gloomy
demoralizing
demotivating
dismaying
upsetting
saddening
dejecting
deflating
crushing
devastating
spiritless
uninspiring
unenthusiastic
unmotivating
unencouraging
bleak
cheerless
dismal
dreary
somber
mournful
sorrowful
despondent
hopeless
despairing
despicable
Meaning of Dispiriting
The primary meaning of "Dispiriting" is to cause someone to feel less confident, enthusiastic, or hopeful.
Definitions
- Causing someone to feel less confident, enthusiastic, or hopeful
- * Having a negative effect on someone's mood or morale
- * Lacking enthusiasm or interest
Etymology of Dispiriting
The word "Dispiriting" originates from the prefix "dis-" meaning removal or negation, and the word "spirit" referring to a person's mood or morale
Historically, the term has been used to describe events, situations, or experiences that have a dampening effect on one's enthusiasm or confidence
Example Uses
- The dispiriting news of the company's bankruptcy led to a decline in employee morale
- * The dispiriting atmosphere of the abandoned city made it hard to feel optimistic about its future
- * The team's dispiriting loss in the final game of the season left them feeling defeated and demotivated
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
uplifting
inspiring
encouraging
motivating
heartening
exhilarating
thrilling
stimulating
energizing
revitalizing
renewing
restoring
invigorating
refreshing
reassuring
comforting
reassuring
satisfying
fulfilling
pleasing
delightful
cheerful
optimistic
hopeful
enthusiastic