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.