Answer: disheartens

AnswerCrossword Clue
DISHEARTENSAntonym of cheers.
DISHEARTENSDiscourages
DISHEARTENSDepresses
DISHEARTENSCauses despondency
disheartensDISHEARTEN, to cause to lose spirit or morale
disheartensCause (someone) to lose determination or confidence