ENCOURAGE Antonyms
There are 4 antonyms of the word
encourage.
(opposite meanings)
Best Opposite Words For ENCOURAGE
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discourage | verbv | |||||||
verb • try to prevent; show opposition to • deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged • advise or counsel in terms of someone's behavior | ||||||||
deter | verbv | |||||||
verb • try to prevent; show opposition to • turn away from by persuasion | ||||||||
dissuade | verbv | |||||||
verb • turn away from by persuasion | ||||||||
hinder | verbv | |||||||
adjective satellite • located at or near the back of an animal verb • be a hindrance or obstacle to • hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of • put at a disadvantage |