Meaning & Definition of word "Disappointed"

Disappointed

/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/

1. sad or displeased because someone or something has failed to fulfill one's hopes or expectations.
- Example: She was disappointed when her team lost the match.
2. feeling let down or frustrated due to unmet expectations.
- Example: He felt disappointed that he didn't receive the promotion.
3. feeling unhappy because a desired outcome did not happen.
- Example: I was disappointed to find that the concert was sold out.
4. expressing dissatisfaction with a situation due to lack of success or fulfillment.
- Example: They were disappointed by the movie, which didn't live up to the hype.

●From Old French 'desappointer' meaning 'to undo an appointment or expectation'.

disappointed with:

Feeling let down by something or someone.

disappointed in:

Having lower expectations about someone or something.

disappointed at:

Feeling sadness due to an event not meeting expectations.

disappointment:

The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations.

disappointing:

Causing disappointment; not meeting expectations.

Meaning: Bummed out

● Example Sentence: I was really bummed out when the concert was canceled.

Meaning: Let down

● Example Sentence: I felt let down by my friend's lack of support.