discourage

/dɪsˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒ/
noun
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Definition

1

Make someone feel less willing to do something

The bad weather discouraged us from hiking.

2

Cause someone to lose confidence or hope

The loss discouraged the team.

Synonyms

deter dissuade hinder

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