Synonyms for discourage

Other words for “discourage”, grouped by meaning.

We found 4 synonyms for “discourage”. The most common are deter, warn, admonish, monish.

verb try to prevent; show opposition to

Synonymsdeter

verb deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged

Oppositesencourage

verb advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior

Synonymswarn admonish monish

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

More about “discourage”

✦Meaning of discourage✦Unscramble DISCOURAGE