Demoralized: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when someone's confidence and spirit are completely broken, often due to prolonged difficulty or constant setbacks.

• After months of unsuccessful job search, he felt utterly demoralized.
• The team was demoralized by the continuous defeats.

Used when someone feels a loss of confidence or enthusiasm, usually due to difficulties or obstacles.

• She was discouraged by the criticism she received.
• Many were discouraged by the lack of progress.

Describes a feeling of losing hope or morale due to negative experiences or continuous difficulties.

• The students were disheartened by the low test scores.
• Seeing the lack of support, he became disheartened.

Used when someone's mood or enthusiasm is suddenly reduced. It often implies a sharp drop in excitement.

• She felt deflated after hearing the project was canceled.
• His excited smile deflated when he received the bad news.

Often used when someone feels sudden shock or disappointment, leading to loss of courage or resolution.

• She was dismayed to find out that the event was canceled.
• The team was dismayed by the unexpected rule changes.

Refers to feeling depressed or downcast, often due to disappointment or failure.

• He looked dejected after not making the team.
• She was dejected when her proposal was rejected.

Appeared twice, refer to the first entry.

Refers to causing someone to lose hope or confidence, especially after a setback or continuous problems.

• The constant rejections from publishers disheartened the writer

Used when someone's confidence or enthusiasm is reduced because of an obstacle or criticism.

• Don’t get discouraged if you fail the first time
• Keep trying!

Used when someone is filled with alarm, concern, or disappointment, often unexpectedly.

• She looked at the damaged painting with great dismay

Refers to making someone feel sad or dispirited, usually due to a specific disappointing event.

• The news of his friend's illness dejected him deeply

Refers to weakening someone’s efforts, authority, or confidence over time, often subtly or in a deceitful manner.

• Gossip in the office can undermine team morale