Vocabulary Entry

discouragement

|noun • verb

noun

A feeling of having lost confidence or enthusiasm; a state of being discouraged.

Example Sentences

"His lack of progress in the project led to a sense of discouragement."

"Despite the discouragement she faced, she continued to pursue her goals."

"The team's discouragement was evident after their fifth consecutive loss."

verb

Example Sentences

"The negative feedback from the judges discouraged the contestants."

"She must find ways to encourage her friends instead of discouraging them."

"Heavy criticism can sometimes discourage even the most talented artists."