adjective as in strong fondness

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discouraging, dispiriting, dismal

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Example Sentences

Example:The constant rejection is a discouraging factor in his pursuit of a successful career.

Definition:Tending to discourage or depress the spirit; demotivating.

From discouraging

Example:The poor weather was a dispiriting factor for the team's morale during the match.

Definition:Causing a decline in enthusiasm or morale; depressing.

From dispiriting

Example:The dismal sales figures for the quarter were a dispiriting fact for the company's executives.

Definition:Bad or unpleasant; gloomy; adversely affecting morale.

From dismal