Discouragement Meaning
/dɪˈskɜrɪdʒmənt/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe loss of confidence or enthusiasm.
nounThe act of discouraging.
Sentence Examples
He exhaled a deep breath in discouragement.
Shame on you for your discouragement!
What gives you strength in times of discouragement?
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His constant ____ from peers made him consider quitting the competition entirely.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He exhaled a deep breath in ____.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English discourage Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥ Proto-Indo-European *-mn̥tom Proto-Italic *-mentom Latin -mentum Old French -mentbor. Middle English -ment English -ment English discouragement From discourage + -ment.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His constant ____ from peers made him consider quitting the competition entirely.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
He exhaled a deep breath in ____.