Cool MateMeaning of Disappointment
In simple words: Feeling sad or unhappy because something didn't happen as expected.
Disappointment in a sentence
How to use Disappointment
Use 'disappointment' when discussing feelings about unmet expectations. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts but avoid it when discussing minor inconveniences.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of a 'disappointed' person with their head down, like a deflated balloon.
Related words
Collocations with Disappointment
Synonyms for Disappointment
- letdown
- failure
- displeasure
- dismay
- frustration
Opposites of Disappointment
- satisfaction
- contentment
- joy
Common mistakes with Disappointment
- Confused with 'disappointment' vs 'disappoint'.
- Using it with a verb instead of a noun form.
- Not using it when describing emotional reactions.
Disappointment appears in
Disappointment in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
خيبة أمل
الشعور بالحزن أو عدم الرضا لأن شيئًا لم يحدث كما هو متوقع.
- Bengaliবাংলা
হতাশা
কোনো কিছু প্রত্যাশা অনুযায়ী না হওয়ায় দুঃখ বা মন খারাপ লাগা।
- GermanDeutsch
Enttäuschung
Das Gefühl, traurig oder unglücklich zu sein, weil etwas nicht wie erwartet eingetreten ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Decepción
Sentirse triste o infeliz porque algo no salió como esperabas.
- Persianفارسی
ناامیدی
احساس ناراحتی یا غم به خاطر اینکه چیزی طبق انتظار پیش نرفته.
- FrenchFrançais
Déception
Se sentir triste ou malheureux parce que quelque chose ne s'est pas passé comme prévu.
- Hindiहिन्दी
निराशा
जब कुछ उम्मीद के मुताबिक न हो तो उदास या नाखुश महसूस करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Delusione
Sentirsi tristi o infelici perché qualcosa non è andato come previsto.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Decepção
Sentir-se triste ou infeliz porque algo não aconteceu como esperado.
- RussianРусский
Разочарование
Чувство грусти или несчастья, потому что что-то пошло не так, как ожидалось.
- Urduاردو
مایوسی، ناامیدی
جب کوئی چیز توقع کے مطابق نہ ہو تو اداس یا ناخوش محسوس کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
失望
因为事情没按预期发展而感到难过或不开心。
More words like Disappointment
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- Frustration
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Frequently asked questions about Disappointment
What does Disappointment mean?
Feeling sad or unhappy because something didn't happen as expected.
What is the definition of Disappointment?
the feeling of being sad because something has not happened or been as good, successful, etc. as you expected or hoped
How do you use Disappointment in a sentence?
She felt a deep disappointment when she did not get the job.
Can you give another example of Disappointment?
The team's loss was a huge disappointment to their fans.
What are synonyms for Disappointment?
Common alternatives include letdown, failure, displeasure, dismay, frustration.
What is the opposite of Disappointment?
Opposite meanings include satisfaction, contentment, joy.
What words go with Disappointment?
It commonly pairs with bitter, considerable, deep, be aware of, feel, sense, show, fill somebody, set in, to somebody’s disappointment, disappointment about, disappointment at, a feeling of disappointment, a sense of disappointment, tears of disappointment, big, bitter, crushing, have, experience, suffer, come, follow something, disappointment for, disappointment to.
What are common mistakes when using Disappointment?
Confused with 'disappointment' vs 'disappoint'. Using it with a verb instead of a noun form. Not using it when describing emotional reactions.
How do you pronounce Disappointment?
US: /["/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Disappointment?
Use 'disappointment' when discussing feelings about unmet expectations. It's suitable in both formal and informal contexts but avoid it when discussing minor inconveniences.
What CEFR level is Disappointment?
"Disappointment" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.