demotivate
pronunciation
How to pronounce demotivate in British English:
UK [ˌdi:ˈməʊtɪveɪt]
How to pronounce demotivate in American English:
US [ˌdiˈmoʊtɪveɪt]
Word Origin
- demotivate (v.)
- 1976; see de- + motivate. Related: Demotivated; demotivating.
Example
- 1. But a supportive other half with the best intentions can actually demotivate us , according to a study .
- 2. Excessive redistribution will only level down , demotivate the bold and lead to stagnation .
- 3. In these situations , pay for performance can often seem unfair and arbitrary , and the result can demotivate , rather than motivate , employees .