Demoralized

adj, verb

adj, verb ·4 syllables ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    simple past and past participle of demoralize form-of, participle, past
Adjective
  1. 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. 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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