16 entries under de-motivating topic. ×

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impeding(noun, verb, adjective, resistance, opposing)
10
hampering(noun, verb, adjective, disabling)
8
frustrating(noun, verb, adjective, unhelpful)
6
deterring(verb, adjective, upsetting, disturbing, restraining)
5
curbing(noun, verb, restraining)
5
stifling(noun, verb)
4
discouraging(verb, adjective, obstructive, anti)
3
dissuading
3
paralyzing(verb, disabling)
1
dampening
1
daunting
1
de-motivating
1
depressing
1
disheartening
1
disinclining
1
throttling
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