Discourage and Grooved

Opposite meaning words

Discourage verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.

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Grooved is an antonym for discourage.

Grooved adjective - Established as if settled into a groove or rut.

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Discourage is an antonym for grooved in topics: allow, delight, make happy.

Nearby Words: groove, grooving, groover

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