Discourage Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Discourage

Meaning 1 : try to prevent; show opposition to

    Example : We should discourage this practice among our youth

    Synonyms : deter
Meaning 2 : advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior

    Synonyms : admonish,  monish,  warn
Meaning 3 : deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged

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