English Explanatory Dictionary

demoralize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To destroy the morale of; to dishearten.
  2. To erode the moral adherence of; to corrupt.

Pronunciation

/dɪˈmɒɹəlaɪz/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-demoralize.wav

Word forms

demoralize demoralizes demoralizing demoralized demoralise

Etymology

From French démoraliser.

Synonyms

daunt deter discourage immoralize unmoralize warp adulterate corrupt debauch demoralize detort file lead astray pervert pollute preposterate seduce sophisticate suborn subvert tamper vitiate

Antonyms

encourage hearten

Derived words

demoralization demoralizer
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