Definition of discourage

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  • discourage is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • discourage is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
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Definition of discourage

  • try to prevent; show opposition to (verb)

    Examples

    1. We should discourage this practice among our youth

    Synonyms

    1. deter
  • advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. admonish
    2. monish
    3. warn
  • deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged (verb)

See definition of discourage in Merriam Webster