Demoralized
adj, verb
adj, verb ·4 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Verb
- 1 simple past and past participle of demoralize form-of, participle, past
Adjective
- 1 disheartened.
"The state uses universal testing to identify and elevate meritocrats, leaving most of England’s citizens poor and demoralized, without even a legitimate grievance, since, after all, who could argue that the wise should not rule?"
Adjective
- 1 made less hopeful or enthusiastic wordnet
Example
More examples"The employees can't help but feel demoralized after their CEO revoked their work from home privileges during the COVID-19 pandemic."
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