discouraging
Discouraging (adj) means making someone feel less confident or hopeful. Example: “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.
Word forms
discouragings plural
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The test results were _____, but the doctor said not to lose hope.
Rhymes for discouraging
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.