disheartenment
|dis-heart-en-ment|
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/dɪsˈhɑrtənmənt/
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/dɪsˈhɑːtənmənt/
(dishearten)
loss of courage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dishearten' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'disheartenen,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'hearten' meant 'to give courage.'
Historical Evolution
'disheartenen' transformed into the modern English word 'dishearten,' and eventually led to the noun form 'disheartenment.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take away courage or hope,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state of being discouraged or losing hope.
The team's disheartenment was evident after the unexpected loss.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40