Pronunciation

/disəpˈtaɪn/

Definitions

• Verb: (v) To cause someone to feel upset, disappointed, or let down by failing to meet their expectations or desires. Example: The team’s loss disappointingly ended their winning streak.
• Noun: A feeling of dissatisfaction or sorrow resulting from unfulfilled expectations. Example: She couldn’t hide her disappointment when she didn’t win the prize.

Phrases

• “Be/Feel disappointed by” indicates a sense of letdown or dissatisfaction.
• “Disappointingly low” describes something that falls short of expectations.
• “Not disappoint” means to fulfill expectations or meet someone’s hopes.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “His absence disappointingly canceled the event.”
• Noun: “The guests were visibly disappointed with the menu choices.”
• Negation: “I was relieved that he didn’t disappoint me with his performance.”

Synonyms

• Disillusion
• Dishearten
• Dash hopes
• Let down
• Fail to satisfy

Antonyms

• Satisfy
• Fulfill
• Delight
• Please
• Encourage