Demotivating: meaning, definitions and examples

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demotivating

[ dɪˈmoʊtɪˌveɪtɪŋ ]

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workplace

To cause someone to lose enthusiasm or motivation, typically through negative comments, lack of recognition, or impossible expectations.

Synonyms

dampen, discourage, dishearten, dissuade, undermine

Examples of usage

He felt demotivated after his boss criticized his work in front of everyone.
She became demotivated when she realized that her hard work was going unnoticed.
The constant pressure to meet unrealistic targets was demotivating for the team.
His demotivating attitude towards the project affected the morale of the entire team.
Being constantly micromanaged can be demotivating for employees.

Translations

Translations of the word "demotivating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desmotivador

🇮🇳 उत्साहहीन करना

🇩🇪 entmutigend

🇮🇩 menyedihkan

🇺🇦 демотивуючий

🇵🇱 demotywujący

🇯🇵 やる気をなくさせる

🇫🇷 démotivant

🇪🇸 desmotivador

🇹🇷 motive edici olmayan

🇰🇷 동기 부여를 하지 않는

🇸🇦 محبط

🇨🇿 demotivující

🇸🇰 demotivujúci

🇨🇳 令人沮丧的

🇸🇮 demotivacijski

🇮🇸 letjandi

🇰🇿 жігерсіздендіретін

🇬🇪 დემოტივაციური

🇦🇿 motivasiya etməyən

🇲🇽 desmotivador

Word origin

The word 'demotivating' stems from the combination of 'de-' meaning 'opposite of' and 'motivating' which comes from the Latin word 'movere' meaning 'to move'. The concept of demotivation has been studied extensively in the field of psychology and organizational behavior, highlighting the detrimental effects it can have on individuals and groups. Understanding the causes of demotivation is crucial in creating a positive and productive work environment.