ETYM Cf. Old Fren. descouragement, French découragement.
1. The act of discouraging.
2. The expression of opposition and disapproval.
3. The feeling of despair in the face of obstacles; SYN. disheartenment, dismay.
1. Déconvenue.
2. Désillusion.
Perte de courage, lassitude, dépression.