Synonyms

dispirit

American

[dih-spir-it] / dɪˈspɪr ɪt /

verb (used with object)

to deprive of spirit, hope, enthusiasm, etc.; depress; discourage; dishearten.

dispirit British

/ dɪˈspɪrɪt /

verb

(tr) to lower the spirit or enthusiasm of; make downhearted or depressed; discourage

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Etymology

Origin of dispirit

First recorded in 1635–45; di- ² + spirit

Example Sentences

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It was an example of what appeared to be Tudor's 'tough love' approach, as opposed to Frank's warmer and more empathetic style, leaving the Spurs squad looking even more dispirited than when he arrived.

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Max Verstappen, who retired with a problem in his Red Bull's energy recovery system after a dispiriting race in the lower half of the field, said the new F1 was "terrible".

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Facing a formidable French side who know a bonus-point win will guarantee a record eighth title is a nightmare assignment for any visiting team aiming to end a dispiriting losing run.

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"When we keep getting a 'no' it's kind of dispiriting, we have got to keep pushing."

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It will be a deeply dispiriting result for Italy, for whom a single try was a poor return for the level of pressure they put on Ireland.

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