(dis-cour-ag-ing) 4 syllables

Definition

verb. try to prevent; show opposition to;
adjective. depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action

Example Sentence

She sent him a note discouraging him from attending the concert.

Synonyms

deter; dissuade; divert; inhibit

Antonyms

encourage

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

discouraging
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • discouraging
  • encouraging