Dismal and Demoralizing

Dismal

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

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

Nearby Word: dismally

Demoralizing

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

Dismal and demoralizing are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dismal" instead an adjective "Demoralizing".

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