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Synonyms & Similar Words
disillusionment
disappointment
frustration
despair
despondency
demoralization
dejection
sadness
sorrow
grief
hopelessness
helplessness
helplessness
pessimism
gloom
melancholy
unhappiness
discontent
dissatisfaction
disaffection
disillusion
discouragement
dispiritedness
desolation
desperation
demotivation
disheartenedness
moroseness
sullenness
sulky
glumness
sulkiness
crankiness
irritability
annoyance
vexation
discontentment
Meaning of Disheartenment
The primary meaning of "disheartenment" is a feeling of having lost hope or enthusiasm.
Definitions
- A feeling of having lost hope or enthusiasm, typically due to a disappointing or discouraging experience.
- * A state of being disheartened, which can be caused by repeated failures, setbacks, or unfulfilled expectations.
Etymology of Disheartenment
The word "disheartenment" originates from the verb "dishearten," which means to deprive someone of courage or enthusiasm.
It is a combination of "dis-" (meaning "opposite of" or "not") and "hearten" (meaning "to give courage or enthusiasm to").
The word has been in use since the 15th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to encompass a range of emotions related to disappointment and despair.
Example Uses
- The team's disheartenment was evident after they lost the championship game.
- * The constant rejections led to her disheartenment, and she began to question her career choices.
- * The disheartenment of the community was palpable after the factory closed down, leaving many without jobs.