The difference between Dishearten and Empower
When used as verbs, dishearten means to discourage someone by removing their enthusiasm or courage, whereas empower means to give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.
check bellow for the other definitions of Dishearten and Empower
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Dishearten as a verb:
To discourage someone by removing their enthusiasm or courage.
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Empower as a verb (transitive):
To give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.
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Empower as a verb (transitive):
To give someone more confidence and/or strength to do something, often by enabling them to increase their control over their own life or situation.
Examples:
"John found that starting up his own business empowered him greatly in social situations."