: a feeling of being frustrated or annoyed because of failure or disappointment
The fact that he'd been unable to attend the funeral was a source of chagrin for Ted.
She had gained five pounds over the winter, much to her chagrin.
He decided to get a tattoo, to the chagrin of his parents.
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“Chagrin.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/chagrin. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.
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