demoralized (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈmɒrəlaɪz/
Definition
To cause someone to lose confidence, enthusiasm, or hope.
Examples
The constant setbacks began to demoralize the soldiers.
Don't let a few negative comments demoralize you.
The coach tried to lift the team's spirits after their defeat, but the loss had clearly demoralized them.
How to Use demoralized
- demoralize someone (prepositional phrase)
- To cause a person to lose confidence or hope. — "The constant criticism began to demoralize him."
- demoralize something (prepositional phrase)
- To cause a group, team, or entity to lose spirit or effectiveness. — "The team's poor performance demoralized the entire club."
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