Dishearten

usgb/dɪsˈhɑːrtn/
verb

To make someone lose hope or confidence.

The team was disheartened by their loss in the championship game.
Visual representation of "dishearten" - To make someone lose hope or confidence.

Often appears as...

  • disheartened by
  • disheartened at
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Lost Hope

Use 'dishearten' when someone feels a loss of hope after trying hard.

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After months of job search, he was disheartened.
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Emotional Impact

'Dishearten' often describes a strong emotional setback.

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The constant rain disheartened the tourists.
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Not Permanently

'Dishearten' suggests a temporary feeling, not a permanent state.

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She was disheartened by the review, but continued to work hard.
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