"Discourage" validity in different word game dictionaries
| Dictionary | Validity |
|---|---|
| Scrabble US(US/Canada/Thailand - TWL/NWL) | Yes |
| Scrabble UK(International - SOWPODS/CSW) | Yes |
| Words with Friends(WWF) | Yes |
"discourage" Definition
- to try to prevent something or to prevent somebody from doing something, especially by making it difficult to do or by showing that you do not approve of it
- to make somebody feel less confident or enthusiastic about doing something synonym dishearten
"discourage" Synonyms & Antonyms
"discourage" synonyms:
- dishearten,
- dispirit,
- dismay,
- depress,
- daunt,
- demoralise,
- demoralize,
- deject,
- distress,
- unnerve,
- cow,
- crush,
- chill,
- alarm,
- abash,
- dash,
- unman,
- trouble,
- scare
"discourage" antonyms:
- encourage,
- hearten,
- embolden,
- nerve,
- steel,
- inspire,
- aid,
- allow,
- approve,
- assist,
- assure,
- calm,
- cheer,
- comfort,
- commend,
- compliment,
- gladden,
- help,
- inspirit