To extinguish the courage of; to dishearten; to depress the spirits of; to deprive of confidence; to deject.
To persuade somebody not to do (something).
Lack of courage
To give solace to; comfort; cheer; console.
To allay or assuage.
To take comfort; to be cheered.
Comfort or consolation in a time of loneliness or distress.
A source of comfort or consolation.