demoralizzazione
La demoralizzazione dei soldati dopo mesi di sconfitte fu evidente.
The soldiers' loss of morale was evident after months of defeats.
A state of lowered spirits or confidence, often leading to a loss of motivation or hope.
La demoralizzazione può colpire chiunque dopo un fallimento professionale.
Demoralization can affect anyone after a professional failure.
Often used in psychological or organizational contexts to describe a collective or individual decline in morale.
The act of depriving someone of their morale or self-confidence.
La critica costante può portare alla demoralizzazione dei dipendenti.
Constant criticism can lead to the demoralization of employees.
Less common than the state sense; typically used in passive constructions.
Collocations
Pro Tip
Common Collocations
Use *demoralizzazione* with verbs like *causare*, *provocare*, *evitare*, or *superare*. Example: *La demoralizzazione dei dipendenti può essere superata con una leadership efficace.*
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Avoid using *demoralizzazione* in casual conversation. In informal settings, prefer *abbattimento* or *sfiducia*.
Word Origin
From French *démoralisation*, derived from *démoraliser* (to demoralize), itself from *dé-* (prefix indicating reversal) + *moral* (moral, morale) + *-iser* (suffix forming verbs). The term entered Italian in the late 18th century via French, reflecting the Enlightenment-era focus on moral and psychological states.
Usage Notes
Primarily used in formal or written contexts, such as psychology, management, or military discourse. Avoid confusing with *demoralizzazione politica* (political demoralization), which refers to a broader societal loss of faith in institutions.