DISCOURAGE





Definition:

  1. [verb] try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth"
    Synonyms: deter

  2. [verb] deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged

  3. [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

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