dispirit — to make someone lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage; to discourage or demoralize
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to make someone lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage; to discourage or demoralize
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈspɪrɪt/
Korean meaning: 의욕을 잃게 하다, 낙담시키다, 사기를 떨어뜨리다
Korean pronunciation: 디**스피**릿
Example Sentences
- The teacher's harsh comments dispirited the students so much that they started calling the class 'The Dream Crusher Hour.'
- Don't let temporary setbacks dispirit you from pursuing your goals.
- The rainy weather seemed to dispirit everyone except my dog, who apparently thought puddles were invented just for him.
dispirit
VERB//dɪˈspɪrɪt//
to make someone lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage; to discourage or demoralize
a young girl in a colorful costume stands on stage holding her violin, looking expectantly at the stern-faced judge. The judge shakes his head disapprovingly and points toward the exit with a dismissive gesture. The girl's shoulders slump as her bright smile fades into a heartbroken expression, her violin drooping in her hands. Her excited posture transforms into defeat as tears begin forming in her eyes. Other contestants in the background look away sympathetically while parents in the audience show concerned expressions. someone being made to lose hope, enthusiasm, and courage through discouragement
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Origin
From Latin 'dis-' meaning 'away' or 'apart' combined with 'spiritus' meaning 'breath' or 'spirit'. The word literally means to take away someone's spirit or vital energy.
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“The teacher's harsh comments dispirited the students so much that they started calling the class 'The Dream Crusher Hour.'”
“Don't let temporary setbacks dispirit you from pursuing your goals.”
“The rainy weather seemed to dispirit everyone except my dog, who apparently thought puddles were invented just for him.”
“The coach refused to let the team's poor performance dispirit him.”
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