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

As a four-time individual nominee and two-time finalist for the Hall, Washington has been left disappointed before. — Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2026

Not surprised by the results of this study, the authors were a little disappointed that there was no benefit in terms of quality of life of stopping statins, Bonnet said. — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026

Fans that came to practice to see offensive stars like Josh Jacobs, Tucker Kraft, Matthew Golden and Jayden Reed might have left disappointed. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Richard Thomas, The Waltons Fans of the ‘70s period drama The Waltons and Richard Thomas’ character John-Boy were highly disappointed when the actor left after the seventh season. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 30 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