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desanima

[dɛ.za.ˈni.mɐ]
verb
discourages, disheartens, depresses
1. third person singular present indicative of 'desanimar' - to deprive of courage or enthusiasm; to discourage or demoralize
The continuous rejection desanima even the most determined person.
A rejeição contínua desanima até a pessoa mais determinada.
2. imperative form - command to discourage or dishearten
Don't let failure desanima you from pursuing your dreams.
Não deixe o fracasso o desanima de perseguir seus sonhos.
Synonyms
desencorajadesmoralizadeprimeabatedesalenta
Antonyms
animaencorajamotivaestimulainspira

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desanima
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
desanima
commonly used in urban contexts
Portugal
desanima
standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

desanima o coração
desanima as esperanças
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