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Definition of disconsolating in English:

disconsolating

Pronunciation /dɪˈskɒnsəleɪtɪŋ/

adjective

  • That makes a person disconsolate; disheartening, distressing.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in John Goodwin (?1594–1665), Independent minister. Originally from disconsolate + -ing.