1. to actively work against or reduce support for equal treatment, rights, or opportunities among people
The discriminatory policies discourage equality in the workplace.
As políticas discriminatórias desestimulam a igualdade no local de trabalho.
2. to make someone less likely to pursue or advocate for equal rights and treatment
Such statements discourage equality among different social groups.
Tais afirmações desestimulam a igualdade entre diferentes grupos sociais.