Synonyms: discouraging
Definition: depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
Usage: where never is heard a discouraging word
Similar words: daunting, intimidating
Definition: discouraging through fear
Similar words: disheartening, dispiriting, demoralising, demoralizing
Definition: destructive of morale and self-reliance
Similar words: frustrating
Definition: discouraging by hindering
Similar words: unencouraging
Definition: not encouraging
Synonyms: discouraging
Definition: expressing disapproval
Similar words: dissuasive
Definition: deterring from action
Usage: dissuasive advice; made a slight dissuasive gesture with her hand