definition of
[discourage]

[1] #1 discourage v. [deter] try to prevent; show opposition to; "We should discourage this practice among our youth". wn

[2] #2 discourage v. deprive of courage or hope; take away hope from; cause to feel discouraged. wn

[3] #3 discourage v. [warn, admonish, monish] admonish or counsel in terms of someone's behavior; "I warned him not to go too far"; "I warn you against false assumptions"; "She warned him to be quiet". wn