Definition
discourager
noun
- a person or thing that discourages; something that dampens enthusiasm, confidence, or effort
Examples
- High tuition costs are a major discourager for many students considering college.
- Negative feedback can be a discourager to creative professionals.
- The long commute was a discourager that made her reconsider the job offer.
- Lack of funding is often a discourager for small business startups.
- His pessimistic attitude was a discourager to the entire team's morale.