verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

demotivate, discourage, dispirit

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Example Sentences

Example:The new policy was met with criticism and quickly demotivated the staff.

Definition:To reduce the motivation or enthusiasm for something; to discourage or dishearten someone.

From demotivate

Example:The negative feedback from the focus group discouraged the team from continuing with the original design.

Definition:To give (someone) a different view or impression; or to warn (someone) off; especially : to impair (a hope or desire) by suggestion or suggestion of something unfavorable.

From discourage

Example:Failing to meet the sales targets dispirited the sales team.

Definition:To deprive of spirit or courage; to depress; to discourage; to dejected; to debilitate.

From dispirit