- present participle of demoralize.
demoralizing
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It’s unheard of, an abuse of power, and demoralizing to make senior leadership submit to testing en masse.
From Salon ● Sep. 14, 2026
Challenges like adjusting to a new language or learning unfamiliar customs and eating different foods can prove exhausting and demoralizing.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026
The demoralizing loss sent the Lakers into a three-game tail spin one month before the playoffs.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 3, 2026
The findings about the bat bridges were demoralizing for Altringham, who during his career appeared at several public inquiries into the impact of road-building projects on bats.
From Slate ● Apr. 28, 2026
It was both demoralizing yet heartening to know that life would go on without her.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
Vocabulary lists containing demoralizing
The Cost of Knowing
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Posted
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Not Like Other Girls
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
