disheartened
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Having lost hope, confidence, or enthusiasm.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
discouraged
dejected
Antonyms
encouraged
heartened
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She felt _____ after her third rejection letter."
Answer: disheartened
In your own words, what does "disheartened" mean?
Having lost hope, confidence, or enthusiasm.
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