discouraging
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/dɪsˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ/
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/dɪsˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ/
causing a decrease in confidence or enthusiasm
The constant criticism was discouraging, making it hard for her to continue.
不断的批评令人气馁,让她很难继续下去。