disheartenment

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
  2. noun a communication that leaves you disheartened or daunted

Etymology

From dishearten + -ment.

In classic literature

Synonyms

discouragement, dismay

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