demoralization
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/dɪˌmɔːrələˈzeɪʃn/
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/dɪˌmɒrəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/
The process of making someone feel less confident or hopeful.
The team's recent losses led to a sense of demoralization among the players.
球队最近的失利导致球员们感到士气低落。