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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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Instead, May pursued players who had disappointed at their former schools, betting that the right combination of misfits could turn into a superteam.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 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

But fans were left disappointed after the 39-year-old's performance on the final day ended after 40 minutes, when the previous night ran for 90 minutes.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“I’ve got one. ‘Keep your expectations low, and you’ll never be disappointed.’

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood