derout

/dɪˈruːt/

Definitions

1. verb

to become disoriented or confused, especially in unfamiliar territory.

“After getting lost in the woods, she began to derout and couldn’t find her way back.”

2. verb

to become disheartened or discouraged, often due to a lack of progress or success.

“The team started to derout as they fell behind in the game.”

Synonyms

  • confuse
  • discourage
  • disorient

Antonyms

  • encourage
  • enlighten
  • orient