Definition
discouragement
noun
- the state of being discouraged; loss of confidence or enthusiasm
- something that discourages or prevents someone from doing something
Examples
- After failing the test, she felt a wave of discouragement.
- The high cost of tuition was a major discouragement to many students.
- Despite the discouragement from his family, he pursued his dream.
- The team's early losses brought discouragement to the coach.
- Financial difficulties are often a discouragement to starting a business.
- She overcame her discouragement and tried again.
- The lack of progress was a source of discouragement for the project team.