adj

discouraging

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adj

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 notes

In plain EnglishSomething that lowers your confidence or hope.

Common pairings

discouraging news far from discouraging

discouragings plural

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The test results were _____, but the doctor said not to lose hope.

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