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dispirit

/dɪˈspɪrɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does dispirit mean?

verb

To deprive of spirit or courage; to dishearten or discourage. To separate or remove the spirit from something.

Example

"The news dispirited the team, making them question their chances of winning."

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