Synonyms of lose heart

lose heart

phrase

as in despair

to lose all hope or confidence

He told his friend not to lose heart because they might still win the game.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• despair
• suffer
• grieve
• hurt
• mourn
• give up
• despond
• surrender
• sorrow
• bleed
• discourage
• yield
• darken
• sadden
• agonize
• dishearten
• dispirit

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• cheer (up)
• brighten
• rejoice
• assure
• encourage
• perk (up)
• hope
• reassure
• exult
• hearten

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lose heart

That is, while most lose heart the longer success proves elusive, Moir sees each empty cast as a sacrifice to the salmon gods that will eventually win their favor. — Chris Dorsey, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024

And those who want to work at Buckingham Palace, but aren’t sure about braving the press, don’t have to lose heart either — the royal household is actively recruiting for other roles there, including a pastry sous chef and a furniture conservator. — Jennifer Hassan, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024

In the absence of strong signals of continuing commitment and resolve from the United States, its friends may grow fearful of abandonment, perhaps eventually losing heart and succumbing to the temptations of appeasement. — Aaron L. Friedberg, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2012

Ultimately, a lack of funding killed Russell’s dream, but don’t lose heart. — IEEE Spectrum, 30 Dec. 2011

The more stoic members were keen to ensure that their supporters did not lose heart. — Shiraz Maher, Foreign Affairs, 7 May 2011