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.”