Demoralising
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪˈmɒɹəlaɪzɪŋ(ɡ)/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Demoralising is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of demoralise.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of demoralise.
More Meanings
- (British spelling) disheartening
Example Sentences
The Western operating authorities are wisely concentrating their main line diesel power at individual sheds, beginning with Laira, so that engine-crews do not have the rather demoralising experience of switching about constantly between the comfort and ease of diesel handling and the relative discomfort and hard work of the steam footplate, as on other Regions.
Word Forms
- demoralizing
Synonyms for demoralising
Depending on context, synonyms include dispiriting, demoralizing, disheartening, discouraging.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dispiriting, demoralizing, disheartening, discouraging, depressing, sad.
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