disappointed

[dis-uh-poin-tid] / ˌdɪs əˈpɔɪn tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

let down, saddened

Synonyms

STRONG

balked beaten complaining defeated depressed disconcerted discontented discouraged disenchanted disgruntled disillusioned dissatisfied distressed down foiled frustrated objecting thwarted upset vanquished worsted

WEAK

aghast chapfallen crestfallen despondent down in the dumps downcast downhearted hopeless shot down taken down unhappy unsatisfied

Antonyms

STRONG

calm cheerful comforted contented enchanted encouraged fulfilled happy heartened pleased satisfied unworried

WEAK

delighted excited

Example Sentences

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Inventory management, cash flow and marketing are essential subjects in any business narrative, but readers looking for that story will be disappointed with observations bordering on the remedial.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

"I feel badly about and very disappointed in America," Dwight said.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

I saw “The Price” on Sunday after having been dismally disappointed at the Saturday night opening of “Death of a Salesman” at A Noise Within.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"This isn't the be all and end all. I think fans and and stuff are going to be disappointed," he added.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Marcie offered parting words, but see you later came out like she was a bit disappointed.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

disappointed

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