1 : to deprive of courage or confidence : dishearten was discouraged by repeated failure. 2a : to hinder by disfavoring trying to discourage absenteeism. b : to dissuade or attempt to dissuade from doing something tried to discourage her from going.
1 : to deprive of courage or confidence : dishearten was discouraged by repeated failure. 2a : to hinder by disfavoring trying to discourage absenteeism. b : to dissuade or attempt to dissuade from doing something tried to discourage her from going.