Meaning & Definition of word "Letdown"

Letdown

/ˈlɛtˌdaʊn/

noun:

  • 1. a disappointment or failure to meet expectations.
    • Example: The movie was a letdown after all the hype surrounding it.
  • 2. a decrease in pressure or energy, especially in a situation where excitement was previously high.
    • Example: After winning the championship, the team's next game felt like a letdown.
  • 3. a failure to fulfill a promise or expectation.
    • Example: She felt a letdown when her friend canceled their plans at the last minute.

Etymology

The term 'letdown' combines the verb 'let' meaning to allow or permit, and 'down' indicating a decrease or reduction.

Common Phrases and Expressions

let someone down:

to fail to support or help someone when they expect you to.

no letdown:

indicating that something lived up to expectations.

a letdown compared to:

something that is disappointing in relation to another more favorable comparison.

Related Words

disappointment:

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

dissatisfaction:

the state of being unhappy or discontent with something.

Slang Meanings of letdown

Meaning: a major bummer

Example Sentence: Not getting the job after the interview was a total letdown.

Meaning: such a letdown

Example Sentence: I was so excited for the party, but it was such a letdown.