Demoralize Definition

demoralize
verb
  1. corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality; "debauch the young people with wine and women"; "Socrates was accused of corrupting young men"; "Do school counselors subvert young children?"; "corrupt the morals"
  2. lower someone's spirits; make downhearted; "These news depressed her"; "The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her"
  3. confuse or put into disorder; "the boss's behavior demoralized everyone in the office"

"Demoralize" in song lyrics

See how demoralize is used in real songs:

  • "All the while glorified, those can't demoralize"
    FunkDoobiest f/ Easy D, Tony Touch — Holding it Down
  • "what is demoralize"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "demoralize"

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