verb present participle of the verb 'dismay', meaning to cause someone to feel distressed or discouraged
adjective causing someone to feel distressed or discouraged
The dismaying state of corruption in the government has led to widespread distrust among the population.
The dismaying results of the study showed a significant increase in anxiety levels among participants.
The dismaying rate of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest is a pressing issue for conservationists.
The dismaying lack of resources in underfunded schools is a major concern for educators.
The writer found the lack of support for their ideas to be dismaying.
The psychologist found the high rates of mental health issues in the community to be dismaying.
The teacher found the lack of resources for their students to be dismaying.
The lawyer found the corruption in the legal system to be dismaying.
The doctor found the high number of preventable diseases to be dismaying.