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disappoint

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of disappoint

to fall short in satisfying the expectation or hope of
  • they were disappointed by the outcome of the big game
Synonyms of disappoint

cheat, dissatisfy, fail, let down
Words Related to disappoint

bum (out), chagrin, discontent, disgruntle, displease, distress, upset

disenchant, disillusion

deceive, delude, mock
Near Antonyms of disappoint

fulfill (or fulfil)

gladden
Antonyms of disappoint

content, gratify, satisfy

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