How to Pronounce "demoralizing"
word
dɪˈmɔɹəˌɫaɪzɪŋ
di-MOR-uh-lye-zing
dɪˈmɒrəˌlaɪzɪŋ
di-MO-ruh-lye-zing
Definition
If something is demoralizing, it makes you lose confidence, hope, or motivation. It makes you feel discouraged or less able to continue.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈmɔɹəˌɫaɪzɪŋ
British English
dɪˈmɒrəˌlaɪzɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-MOR-uh-lye-zing
UK
di-MO-ruh-lye-zing
Listen in Context
Losing every game can be demoralizing for a team.
The demoralizing news made everyone sad.
It is demoralizing to work hard and see no results.
Her boss's constant criticism was extremely demoralizing.