CEFR B2

disheartened

adjective

Meaning

Feeling a loss of confidence, hope, or enthusiasm due to setbacks or disappointment.

Examples

She felt deeply disheartened when her long-term project was rejected by the board.
The team grew disheartened after conceding three goals in the first half of the match.

Synonyms: sad, upset, discouraged, dejected, despondent

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disheartened (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /dɪsˈhɑːrtnd/

Definition

Feeling a loss of confidence, hope, or enthusiasm due to setbacks or disappointment.

Examples

She felt deeply disheartened when her long-term project was rejected by the board.
The team grew disheartened after conceding three goals in the first half of the match.
Don't let one bad review leave you feeling disheartened about your creative potential.

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