Synonyms for discourage

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Synonyms, Thesaurus & Antonyms of 'discourage'

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1. (verb) deter, discourage
try to prevent; show opposition to
Synonyms: monish, admonish, warn, deter, discourage, dissuade
Antonyms: encourage

2. (verb) discourage
deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged
Synonyms: monish, warn, deter, admonish
Antonyms: encourage

3. (verb) warn, discourage, admonish, monish
admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior
Synonyms: reprove, monish, admonish, warn, deter, caution, discourage
Antonyms: encourage

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