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demoralize

Pronunciation: [dɪˈmɔːrəlaɪz]

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Learn how to use demoralize in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “emotional well-being”

(verb) to make someone feel less confident or hopeful. When someone feels demoralized, they might think they can't succeed anymore or that things will never get better.

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The coach encouraged the players to stay positive and not feel demoralized after the loss.

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Constant criticism can really demoralize a team and make them doubt their abilities.

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What can we do to prevent the team from feeling demoralized after a tough game?

Context: “motivation”

(verb) to weaken someone's spirit or motivation. When someone is demoralized, they often lose their desire to try hard or do their best.

Example

The positive feedback from her teacher helped demoralize her fears about the project.

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Negative comments from peers can demoralize a student and make them not want to participate anymore.

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How can we lift the spirits of someone who feels demoralized?

How to pronounce demoralize

Pronunciation: [dɪˈmɔːrəlaɪz]

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