Discourage and Prop up

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Discourage

Discourage verb - To lessen the courage or confidence of.
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Prop up is an antonym for discourage.
Nearby Words: discouragement, discouraging

Prop up

Prop up verb - To provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end.
Usage example: invariably his strong religious faith props him up in times of crisis
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Discourage is an antonym for prop up in topics: encourage, strengthen, stimulate spiritually.
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