disappointed

adjective

dis·​ap·​point·​ed ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯin-təd 

1

: defeated in expectation or hope

apologized to their disappointed fans

2

obsolete : not adequately equipped

disappointedly adverb

Examples of disappointed in a Sentence

We were disappointed that they couldn't go.

Disappointed fans slowly left the ballpark.

I was disappointed to see that my suggestions had been ignored.

They were deeply disappointed by her lack of interest.

Don't be too disappointed if everything doesn't go as planned.

Your father and I are very disappointed in you.

Recent Examples on the Web

Extremely disappointed by the loss, Brunelleschi traveled to Rome to study ancient architecture, while Ghiberti gained wealth and prestige in Florence. — Alicja Zelazko, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026

The Padres got to 4-3 in the fifth, but even that left them disappointed. — Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2026

Many Platner supporters like Flehinger are hurt and disappointed. — Margie Cullen, USA Today, 29 July 2026

However, we were slightly disappointed that Intel did not announce a major foundry customer. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 25 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

see disappoint

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for disappointed

• reappointed
• anointed
• appointed
• disjointed
• pinpointed
• jointed
• pointed

Kids Definition

disappointed

adjective

dis·​ap·​point·​ed

: defeated in expectation or hope

we were disappointed that they couldn't go