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Synonyms & Similar Words
demoralized
dispirited
dejected
depressed
despondent
dismayed
disillusioned
disappointed
discouraged
demotivated
unmotivated
unenthusiastic
apathetic
hopeless
despairing
gloomy
pessimistic
sad
sorrowful
melancholy
morose
glum
downhearted
disconsolate
crestfallen
deflated
crushed
defeated
resigned
Meaning of Disheartened
The primary meaning of the word "Disheartened" is feeling discouraged or disappointed, often to the point of losing hope or enthusiasm.
Definitions
- Feeling discouraged or disappointed, often to the point of losing hope or enthusiasm
- Having lost confidence or enthusiasm, often due to a setback or failure
- Feeling unhappy or depressed, often due to a difficult or unpleasant situation
Etymology of Disheartened
The word "Disheartened" originates from the Old French words "des" (meaning "away from" or "opposite of") and "courage" (meaning "heart" or "spirit"), with the prefix "dis-" indicating a removal or reversal of courage or heart
Historically, the word has been used to describe a state of being discouraged or dispirited, often due to a loss of confidence or a setback
Example Uses
- The team was disheartened by their loss in the championship game
- She felt disheartened after being rejected from her dream job
- The news of the natural disaster left the community disheartened and in need of support
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
encouraged
motivated
enthusiastic
optimistic
hopeful
cheerful
happy
joyful
elated
thrilled
excited
inspired
uplifted
heartened
emboldened
empowered
confident
courageous
determined
resilient
buoyant
spirited