disappointing

adjective

dis·​ap·​point·​ing ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯin-tiŋ How to pronounce disappointing (audio)
: failing to meet expectations
a disappointing meal
disappointingly adverb

Examples of disappointing in a Sentence

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While Thunderbolts* had a disappointing run at the box office, those who watched the movie rated the Marvel action film highly. Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 The Sixers are coming off a disappointing 24-58 season. Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2025 That gives the Walt Disney Co. release a disappointing two-week start of $42.2 million. Jake Coyle, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025 The Knights are coming off a disappointing 4-win season, which saw a coaching change and plenty of upheaval on the roster. Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for disappointing

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of disappointing was in 1530

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“Disappointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disappointing. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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