Demoralizing

usgb/dɪˈmɔːrəlaɪzɪŋ/
adjective

Causing someone to lose confidence or hope.

The constant criticism was very demoralizing
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Confidence Erosion

Use 'demoralizing' when an action slowly makes someone less confident or hopeful.

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Repeated failures in the tests were demoralizing for her.
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Negative Effect

'Demoralizing' often implies a negative influence that can be felt over time.

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The endless rain on the hike felt demoralizing.
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Emotional Impact

Use 'demoralizing' when describing situations that make someone emotionally drained.

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Seeing no one at his concert was demoralizing.
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