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What is another word for Demoralize? – 119 Demoralize Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    discourage dishearten depress intimidate dismay dispirit unsettle unnerve undermine weaken enfeeble debilitate cripple paralyze devastate shock stun disarm disable demotivate disenchant disenchanted disillusion disappoint dissatisfy discontent disillusioned deflated defeated demobilize disempower

    Meaning of Demoralize

    to deprive someone of their confidence or morale

    Definitions

    • To deprive someone of their confidence or morale, especially by making them feel that they are not valued or that their efforts are not worthwhile
    • * To weaken or destroy the morale of a group or organization, often by causing them to lose confidence or become disheartened

    Etymology of Demoralize

    The word "demoralize" originated in the mid-17th century from the French word "démoraliser", which is derived from "dé-" (meaning "remove" or "take away") and "moral" (meaning "morale" or "moral character")
    Historically, the term was used to describe the act of undermining someone's moral character or principles, but over time its meaning expanded to include the concept of weakening or destroying morale

    Example Uses

    • The team's chances of winning were demoralized by the injury of their star player
    • * The constant criticism began to demoralize her, making her question her own abilities
    • * The news of the company's bankruptcy demoralized the employees, who had been working hard to keep it afloat

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    encourage motivate inspire uplift hearten embolden strengthen empower energize revitalize invigorate animate exhilarate thrill delight please satisfy reassure comfort console boost lift raise elevate

    Related Nouns

    morale confidence spirit motivation enthusiasm energy vitality strength courage resilience determination perseverance optimism hope faith trust loyalty dedication commitment conviction

    Related Verbs

    discourage dishearten depress intimidate dismay dispirit undermine weaken enfeeble debilitate cripple paralyze devastate shock stun disarm disable demotivate disenchant disillusion disappoint dissatisfy

    Related Adjectives

    demoralized discouraged disheartened depressed intimidated dismayed dispirited weakened enfeebled debilitated crippled paralyzed devastated shocked stunned disarmed disabled demotivated disenchanted disillusioned disappointed dissatisfied