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Demoralisation (Noun)

Destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The government's handling of the scandal led to a widespread demoralisation of the public's trust in the institution.
The leaked documents caused a demoralisation of the company's claims of environmental responsibility, revealing a pattern of neglect and deception.
The whistleblower's testimony brought about a demoralisation of the organisation's moral high ground, exposing a culture of corruption and greed.
The demoralisation of the movement's core principles was a direct result of the leader's contradictory actions and statements.
The investigative report's findings led to a demoralisation of the charity's reputation, revealing a lack of transparency and accountability in its financial dealings.

Depression resulting from an undermining of your morale.

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

The patient's chronic illness had led to demoralisation, causing them to question the point of ongoing treatment.
Years of verbal abuse had taken its toll, resulting in her complete demoralisation and withdrawal from social interactions.
The lack of support from management led to widespread demoralisation among employees, who felt undervalued and unappreciated.
The sudden loss of her loved one caused her severe demoralisation, making it difficult for her to perform daily tasks.
Prolonged unemployment had caused him demoralisation, eroding his confidence and self-worth to the point where he felt hopeless.

A state of disorder and confusion; "his inconsistency resulted in the demoralization of his staff".

Nouns denoting natural processes.

The captain's refusal to provide a clear plan of action led to widespread demoralisation among the troops.
The teacher's inability to maintain discipline in the classroom resulted in demoralisation among the students, leading to poor grades and disinterest.
After months of inactivity and no direction, the demoralisation within the company had taken a significant toll on employee morale and productivity.
As the recession deepened, many business owners began to experience demoralisation due to dwindling sales and decreasing customer loyalty.
When management ignored their complaints, demoralisation quickly spread throughout the entire workforce, and morale hit rock-bottom.