1. causing someone to lose confidence, hope, or enthusiasm

Examples

• The team’s third consecutive loss was disheartening for the fans.
• It’s disheartening to see so much litter in the park.
• The rejection letter was disheartening, but she didn’t give up.
• The lack of progress on the project was disheartening to everyone involved.
• His disheartening comments made her question her abilities.
• The disheartening news about the economy worried many investors.