demoralised
Pronunciación: [dɪˈmɔːrəlaɪzd]
Palabra
Contexto: «emotional state»
(adjective) feeling sad and losing hope. It’s like when you try really hard at something and it doesn’t work out, and you feel really down about it.
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After losing the game, the team felt demoralised but decided to practice harder for the next match.
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She was not demoralised by the small setback and remained determined to succeed.
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What can we do to help someone who feels demoralised?
Contexto: «motivation»
(verb) to make someone feel sad and less hopeful. It’s like when someone tells you that you can't do something, and it makes you feel bad about trying.
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The coach motivated the players instead of demoralising them after their loss.
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The harsh comments did not demoralise the students; they inspired them to improve.
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How can we avoid demoralising someone who is learning a new skill?
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