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as in frustrated
to lessen the courage or confidence of
I didn't let losing discourage me from trying again
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2
as in dissuaded
to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action
the higher fines may help discourage drivers from speeding on the highway
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as in prohibited
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as in disheartened
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Recent Examples of discouraged
Jennifer Gonnerman, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
Shifts in the labor force The US unemployment rate can hold steady even the country adds fewer jobs than last year, economists say, noting more people aging out of the workforce, a rise in discouraged job seekers, a reduced flow of immigrants and rising deportations of workers.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The share of discouraged homeowners went up to 22 percent among millennials—the highest percentage among all generations.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Camping in an open setting during a thunderstorm is strongly discouraged.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
But Conti said despite this, Duterte’s drug war victims were not discouraged.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
While this advantage can matter for athletes, most people shouldn’t feel discouraged.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 20 Sep. 2025
Private investment in European defense firms should be encouraged, not discouraged.
—Dalibor Rohac, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2025
Another reason is recruiters in the past discouraged workers from job-hopping because it was looked upon as unstable and irresponsible.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Stacy Schiff, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
That means builders are discouraged about the future.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
However, those notoriously volatile market conditions haven’t discouraged some entrepreneurs.
—Barbara Peterson, AFAR Media, 6 Oct. 2025
If things get serious towards the end of the month, don’t lose momentum or be discouraged — having these eye-opening conversations will show you what is actually worth the risk.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Plus, if a potential buyer has allergies, they might be discouraged from putting in an offer.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Regardless, rising vaccine skepticism has discouraged parents from vaccinating their children against dangerous diseases.
—Suhail Bhat, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Don’t be discouraged if this is still a lot to take in.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
During previous shutdowns, many national parks closed to the public or offered fewer visitor services, and the public was discouraged from visiting national parks.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Verb
They were supervised, or not supervised, or supervised in such a way that their worst tendencies were encouraged instead of discouraged.
—Jennifer Gonnerman, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
Shifts in the labor force The US unemployment rate can hold steady even the country adds fewer jobs than last year, economists say, noting more people aging out of the workforce, a rise in discouraged job seekers, a reduced flow of immigrants and rising deportations of workers.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
The share of discouraged homeowners went up to 22 percent among millennials—the highest percentage among all generations.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Sep. 2025
Camping in an open setting during a thunderstorm is strongly discouraged.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Sep. 2025
But Conti said despite this, Duterte’s drug war victims were not discouraged.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 23 Sep. 2025
While this advantage can matter for athletes, most people shouldn’t feel discouraged.
—Lauren O'Connor, Health, 20 Sep. 2025
Private investment in European defense firms should be encouraged, not discouraged.
—Dalibor Rohac, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2025
Another reason is recruiters in the past discouraged workers from job-hopping because it was looked upon as unstable and irresponsible.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
So as not to muddy either the political or familial waters, Franklin discouraged Temple from any contact with his father.
—Stacy Schiff, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2025
That means builders are discouraged about the future.
—Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
However, those notoriously volatile market conditions haven’t discouraged some entrepreneurs.
—Barbara Peterson, AFAR Media, 6 Oct. 2025
If things get serious towards the end of the month, don’t lose momentum or be discouraged — having these eye-opening conversations will show you what is actually worth the risk.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
Plus, if a potential buyer has allergies, they might be discouraged from putting in an offer.
—Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025
Regardless, rising vaccine skepticism has discouraged parents from vaccinating their children against dangerous diseases.
—Suhail Bhat, USA Today, 2 Oct. 2025
Don’t be discouraged if this is still a lot to take in.
—Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
During previous shutdowns, many national parks closed to the public or offered fewer visitor services, and the public was discouraged from visiting national parks.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discouraged
Verb
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Both sides are frustrated, though a deal is not out of reach.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
11 Oct. 2025
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What started as a tense visit quickly escalated into a situation that left the whole family baffled and frustrated.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Car traffic, engine noise and the glare of the headlights eventually dissuaded it from crossing the asphalt barrier.—
Ganesh Marín,
The Dial,
7 Oct. 2025
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Initially, Reeves suggested that the pair alternate nights as Estragon and Vladimir, but Lloyd dissuaded them from taking on that challenge.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There is, however, room for questions about where the line between prohibited and acceptable political involvement will fall in practice.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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The list of prohibited and restricted items, as found on the CBP website, includes alcohol, biological materials, firearms, food and produce such as fruits and vegetables, soil, wildlife, fish, and gold, among other items.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Engelbert issued a corporate-speak statement about being disheartened by Collier’s comments and how her commitment to the players and league will not waver.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Street concerts and underground gatherings offer a rare hint of hope for the many young Russians who have grown disheartened by Moscow’s prolonged war and deepening repression.—
Anna Nemtsova,
The Atlantic,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sirianni said the offensive line’s health has not deterred the Eagles from choosing to run the ball.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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Cincinnati plans to prohibit loitering at its transit centers, such as Government Square, after the city says conditions have deterred some from taking public transportation.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Lina, a young woman facing harsh coming-of-age rituals, forms a forbidden connection with a man.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
3 Oct. 2025
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With every temptation, Jesus is lured into a forbidden world, and a terrified Joseph soon realizes that a demonic power is at work.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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A certain percentage of Yankees fans will continue to be frustrated with Cashman and Boone, not wanting to hear about the difficulty of winning the World Series and how every season 29 of 30 teams end up disappointed.—
Levi Weaver,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Elsewhere, a data print on German factory orders majorly disappointed markets.—
Hugh Leask,Chloe Taylor,Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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With so many occasions throughout the year for gift giving, even the bravest shoppers can be daunted by picking a present that’s cool enough for a teenager.—
Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
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But John Michell was not daunted by this.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Discouraged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discouraged. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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