DISCOURAGE

/dɪsˈkʌɹɪd͡ʒ/ ► audio Scrabble 14 Words With Friends 17

Scrabble letter values: D2I1S1C3O1U1R1A1G2E1 = 14

Definition

  1. verb try to prevent. — synonyms: deter
  2. verb deprive of courage or hope.
  3. verb advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior. — synonyms: warn, admonish, monish

Examples

  • “show opposition to”
  • “We should discourage this practice among our youth”
  • “take away hope from”

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