Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Discourages.
Discourages - as a verb
Try to prevent; show opposition to
Example: "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Example Sentences
"She discourages him from pursuing his dreams."
"The coach discourages cheating during the game."
"Their negative attitude discourages others from joining the team."
"He discourages his employees from taking too many breaks."
"The high price discourages customers from buying the product."
Word Game Points
Is DISCOURAGES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discourages is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISCOURAGES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is DISCOURAGES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discourages is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISCOURAGES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is DISCOURAGES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discourages is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISCOURAGES has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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