demoralization Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy
    demoralisation.
  2. noun a state of disorder and confusion
    demoralisation.
    • his inconsistency resulted in the demoralization of his staff
  3. noun depression resulting from an undermining of your morale
    demoralisation.

WordNet

De*mor`al*i*za"tion noun
Etymology
Cf. F. démoralisation.
Definitions
  1. The act of corrupting or subverting morals. Especially: The act of corrupting or subverting discipline, courage, hope, etc., or the state of being corrupted or subverted in discipline, courage, etc.; as, the demoralization of an army or navy.

Webster 1913