Definitions

1. verb

to cause someone to lose confidence or enthusiasm, often through a series of disappointments or setbacks

“The team’s losing streak began to dishearten the fans.”

2. verb

to deprive someone of courage, spirit, or will to continue

“The harsh criticism began to dishearten the young artist.”

3. verb

to cause someone to feel hopeless or despairing

“The news of the disaster began to dishearten the townspeople.”