Dismal and Demoralising

Dismal

Dismal adjective - Causing or marked by an atmosphere lacking in cheer.

Demoralising and dismal are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Demoralising" instead an adjective "Dismal".

Nearby Word: dismally

Demoralising

Demoralising adjective - Destructive of morale and self-reliance.
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Synonyms for Demoralising

Dismal and demoralising are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dismal" instead an adjective "Demoralising".

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