disheartening (Meaning)

Wordnet

disheartening (s)

destructive of morale and self-reliance

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of Dishearten

The news of the company's bankruptcy was disheartening to the employees who had dedicated years of their lives to the business.
The disheartening results of the experiment led the scientists to reconsider their hypothesis.
The disheartening discovery of the lost wallet left the traveler feeling discouraged and defeated.
The disheartening sight of the injured animal prompted the hikers to call for help immediately.
The disheartening letter from the university admissions office shattered the student's dreams of pursuing higher education.
The team's disheartening performance in the championship game left the fans disappointed and longing for better results next season.
The disheartening revelation of the protagonist's betrayal left the readers feeling shocked and disillusioned.
The disheartening weather forecast for the weekend forced the family to cancel their camping trip.
The disheartening economic situation in the country led to widespread unemployment and poverty.
The disheartening experience of being bullied at school left the child feeling isolated and depressed.

destructive of morale and self-relianceof Dishearten

worrisome,discouraging, upsetting, dispiriting, unsettling, disturbing, troubling, daunting, disconcerting, frightening

reassuring, settling, settling, reassuring, soothing, dreamy, consoling, narcotic, comforting, relaxing

The news of the company's bankruptcy was disheartening to the employees who had dedicated years of their lives to the business.

The disheartening results of the experiment led the scientists to reconsider their hypothesis.

The disheartening discovery of the lost wallet left the traveler feeling discouraged and defeated.

The disheartening sight of the injured animal prompted the hikers to call for help immediately.