Destroy Enthusiasm Crossword Solver

Destroy enthusiasm crossword clue. A daily quick clues of two speed crossword puzzle question in Daily Telegraph newspaper on Friday, 21 July 2017. 10 letters.

The answer: DISHEARTEN

Meaning: To discourage someone by removing their enthusiasm or courage.

Example:
Bruce threw his infantry reserve into the battle, the arrows of the English archers wounded the men-at-arms of their own side, and the remnants of the leading line were tired and disheartened when the final impetus to their rout was given by the historic charge of the “gillies,” some thousands of Scottish campfollowers who suddenly emerged from the woods, blowing horns, waving such weapons as they possessed, and holding aloft improvised banners.