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Meaning of disappointed

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

disappointed

Pronunciation:/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.

    Example: His lack of respect disappointed her.

  2. To deprive (someone of something expected or hoped for).

  3. To fail to meet (an expectation); to fail to fulfil (a hope).

  4. To show (an opinion, belief, etc.) to be mistaken.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Defeated of expectations or hope; experiencing disappointment; let down.

    Example: After all his anticipation, the trip left him deeply disappointed.

  2. Expressing or indicating disappointment.

    Example: a disappointed tone / face / silence