discouraging
/dɪˈskɜrɪdʒɪŋ/
adjective
- Causing someone to lose confidence or hope; making someone feel less likely to do something.
- She found the lack of job opportunities discouraging after graduation.
- It's discouraging to see so much litter in the park despite the cleanup efforts.
- The team's losing streak was very discouraging for the players.
Antonyms
verb
- Present participle of discourage: making someone feel less confident or less willing to do something.
- The teacher is discouraging students from using their phones during class.
- Her parents are discouraging her from dropping out of school.
- High prices are discouraging many people from buying homes.