adj
Uncommon
discouraging
dihs-KUHR-ih-jihng
Discouraging (adj) means making someone feel less confident or hopeful. Example: “The test results were discouraging, but the doctor said not to lose hope.”
adj
1
Making someone feel less confident or hopeful.
"The test results were discouraging, but the doctor said not to lose hope."
How to use discouraging
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that lowers your confidence or hope.
Common pairings
discouraging news
far from discouraging
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Word forms
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Rhymes for discouraging
aging
raging
paging
imaging
staging
damaging
engaging
managing
foraging
packaging
rummaging
massaging
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Frequently asked questions
What does “discouraging” mean?
The word “discouraging” means making someone feel less confident or hopeful. In plain terms, something that lowers your confidence or hope.
How do you pronounce “discouraging”?
“Discouraging” is pronounced dihs-KUHR-ih-jihng (/dɪsˈkɝ.ɪ.d͡ʒɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “discouraging” in a sentence?
Here is “discouraging” used in a sentence: “The test results were discouraging, but the doctor said not to lose hope.”
What part of speech is “discouraging”?
“Discouraging” is an adjective.
Is “discouraging” a common word?
“Discouraging” is an uncommon word in modern English.
