demoralization demoralization /dɪˌmɔrəlɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

1. () Destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy  ( demoralisation [British] , demoralization )
   destroying the moral basis for a doctrine or policy
   
2. Depression resulting from an undermining of your morale  ( demoralisation [British] , demoralization )
   depression resulting from an undermining of your morale
   
3. A state of disorder and confusion  ( demoralisation [British] , demoralization )
   a state of disorder and confusion
    His inconsistency resulted in the demoralization of his staff
   his inconsistency resulted in the demoralization of his staff