사기를 꺾거나 의기소침하게 만들다.
To cause someone to lose confidence, courage, or hope.
예문:
"The team's string of losses began to demoralize the fans as well as the players."
"A lack of clear communication can demoralize employees and reduce overall productivity."
조직이나 집단의 질서를 무너뜨리거나 혼란에 빠뜨리다.
To throw into confusion or disorder; to undermine the discipline or organization of a group.
예문:
"The unexpected retreat of the cavalry served to demoralize the rest of the infantry."
"Cyber attacks are often designed to demoralize the civilian population by disrupting essential services."
누군가의 도덕성이나 품행을 타락시키거나 풍기를 문란하게 하다.
To corrupt the morals or integrity of someone.
예문:
"The elders worried that the new entertainment would demoralize the younger generation."
"In the old novel, the protagonist was warned that the city's vices would demoralize his soul."