Associations to the word «Dispiriting»

Wiktionary

DISPIRIT, verb. Lower the morale of; make despondent; dishearten.

Dictionary definition

DISPIRIT, verb. Lower someone's spirits; make downhearted; "These news depressed her"; "The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her".

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada