noun
- plural of discourager; people or things that discourage or dampen enthusiasm, confidence, or effort
Usage: countable noun; typically refers to people who actively discourage others, or factors that have a discouraging effect
Examples
- The critics were among the main discouragers of the new initiative.
- Financial constraints are often the biggest discouragers of small business growth.
- Despite the discouragers around her, she pursued her dream of becoming an artist.
- Negative comments from peers can be powerful discouragers for young students.
- The team identified several discouragers that were preventing employee engagement.
- High costs and complex regulations are discouragers for new entrepreneurs.