DISCOURAGING
(adj., adj.sat, verb, noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Discouraging.
Discouraging - as an adjective
Depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
Example: "Where never is heard a discouraging word"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
encouraging15Discouraging - as an adjective satellite
Expressing disapproval in order to dissuade
Discouraging - as a verb
To extinguish the courage of; to dishearten; to depress the spirits of; to deprive of confidence; to deject.
Example: "Don't be discouraged by the amount of work left to do: you'll finish it in good time."
To persuade somebody not to do (something).
Discouraging - as a noun
Discouragement
Example Sentences
"It was discouraging to receive a rejection letter from the job I really wanted."
"The team's performance in the game was discouraging."
"Her discouraging words made him question his abilities."
"The constant rain was discouraging for those who had planned outdoor activities."
"The discouraging test results left the students feeling demotivated."
Word Game Points
Is DISCOURAGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, discouraging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISCOURAGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is DISCOURAGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, discouraging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISCOURAGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is DISCOURAGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, discouraging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISCOURAGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
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