dishearten
Use Dishearten in a sentence
tn verb (used with object)
to depress the hope, courage, or spirits of; discourage.
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dishearten (dɪsˈhɑːtən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —vb | |
| (tr) to weaken or destroy the hope, courage, enthusiasm, etc, of | |
| dis'hearteningly | |
| —adv | |
| dis'heartenment | |
| —n | |
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Dishearten
is one of our favorite verbs.
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| to run away hurriedly; flee. |
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Example sentences
They would dishearten any teacher, but especially a conscientious apprentice.
Ambivalent relationships may do more than dishearten.
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