disappointment
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.dis·ap·point·ment
noun \ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯint-mənt\Definition of DISAPPOINTMENT
1
: the act or an instance of disappointing : the state or emotion of being disappointed
2
: one that disappoints <he's a disappointment to his parents>
See Examples of DISAPPOINTMENT
- She couldn't hide her disappointment.
- He's a disappointment to his parents.
First Known Use of DISAPPOINTMENT
1604
Related to DISAPPOINTMENT
- Synonyms
- dismay, dissatisfaction, frustration, letdown
- Antonyms
- content, contentedness, contentment, gratification, satisfaction
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