Synonyms for Demoralize & Similar Words
Definition of demoralize
- verb
- 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"
- lower someone's spirits; make downhearted; "These news depressed her"; "The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her"
- confuse or put into disorder; "the boss's behavior demoralized everyone in the office"
12 synonyms found
Writing tips for "demoralize"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like corrupt, debase, debauch can replace "demoralize" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 12 alternatives available, "demoralize" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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