Meaning & Definition of word "Letdown"
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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.