discouragement

• Nom désignant l'action de rendre quelqu'un moins confiant ou moins enclin à faire quelque chose, ou l'état de celui qui se sent découragé.

A noun referring to the act of making someone less confident or less willing to do something, or the state of feeling this way.

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1. Loss of confidenceB2formal

   The feeling of losing confidence, enthusiasm, or hope.

   découragement

   • He felt a deep sense of discouragement after failing the exam.
   • Discouragement can hinder progress if not addressed.
   • She overcame her discouragement and tried again.

   Synonymesdejectiondemoralizationdespondencydismaydispiritednessgloomhopelessnesslow spirits

   Antonymesconfidenceencouragementinspirationmotivation

2. Act of dissuadingB2formal

   The act of trying to prevent someone from doing something by making it seem difficult or unattractive.

   Action de dissuader

   • The teacher's discouragement of cheating was clear.
   • His constant discouragement made her doubt her abilities.
   • Discouragement from peers can affect one's motivation.

   Synonymesdeterrencedissuasion

   Antonymesencouragementinducementpersuasion