Synonyms of disappoint

disappoint

verb

ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯint 

as in to fail

to fall short in satisfying the expectation or hope of

they were disappointed by the outcome of the big game

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fail
• cheat
• displease
• upset
• let down
• dissatisfy
• deceive
• distress
• disillusion
• bum (out)
• delude
• mock
• chagrin
• disgruntle
• discontent
• disenchant

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• satisfy
• gratify
• fulfill
• content
• gladden

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of disappoint

Desulme’s attorney, Ben Kuehne, told the Miami Herald his client was disappointed in the ruling and would be appealing it, in addition to filing a counterclaim against Morgan for the 80-cent shortage. — Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026

As the project shifts from dream to reality, some of its early supporters have been disappointed with the process. — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Indeed, the streamer’s engagement momentum has been disappointing Wall Street analysts and management alike, with intense competition for audiences’ attention from the likes of YouTube and TikTok as the background. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2026

The defense was highly touted coming into the season, but has been disappointing the last two games defending the rush. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026