discouragement
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/dɪsˈkɜːrɪdʒmənt/
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/dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒmənt/
loss of confidence
Etymology
'discouragement' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'descouragement', where 'des-' meant 'away' and 'courage' meant 'heart or spirit'.
'descouragement' changed from the Old French word 'descouragement' and eventually became the modern English word 'discouragement'.
Initially, it meant 'the act of taking away courage or spirit', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a loss of confidence or enthusiasm'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of making someone less confident or enthusiastic.
The constant criticism led to his discouragement.
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Noun 2
a feeling of having lost confidence or enthusiasm.
She felt a deep sense of discouragement after the failure.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35