English dictionary

discouragement

/d/I/'sk/[@]/r/I//dZ/m/@/nt/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles

noun.feeling

Synonyms disheartenment dismay

Source: WordNet 3.0
the expression of opposition and disapproval

noun.communication

Antonyms encouragement

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of discouraging

noun.act

Examples
The discouragement of petty theft.

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of discouraging, or the state of being discouraged; depression or weakening of confidence; dejection.

noun

Source: webster1913