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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

demotivate

/dɪˈmoʊtɪveɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does demotivate mean?

verb

To deprive of motivation or enthusiasm; to discourage or dishearten someone.

Example

"The constant criticism began to demotivate the team, leading to a decline in their performance."

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