[verb] try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth" Synonyms:deter
[verb] deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
[verb] admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior; "I warned him not to go too far"; "I warn you against false assumptions"; "She warned him to be quiet" Synonyms:warn, admonish, monish