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    Decepcionar (en. Disappoint)

    /deθepθionaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To cause disappointment to someone.
    The result of the match disappointed the fans.
    El resultado del partido decepcionó a los aficionados.
    Not to meet the expectations that were held.
    The movie was disappointing, as I expected something much better.
    La película decepcionó, ya que esperaba algo mucho mejor.
    To make someone lose trust or hope.
    His attitude disappointed me deeply.
    Su actitud me decepcionó profundamente.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'deceptionare', which means 'to deceive, to disappoint.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to disappoint someone
    To make someone feel disappointed.
    decepcionar a alguien
    to disappoint expectations
    Not to fulfill what was expected.
    decepcionar las expectativas
    to disappoint the audience
    To cause disappointment in a group of spectators.
    decepcionar a la audiencia

    Related Words

    disappointment
    Feeling of disillusionment following an unmet expectation.
    decepción
    disillusion
    State of disenchantment or loss of hope.
    desilusión
    fraud
    Action of defrauding or disappointing.
    defraudación

    Slang Meanings

    To cover up
    The politician covered up when he didn't keep his promises.
    El político echó tierra cuando no cumplió sus promesas.
    Downer
    I felt down when I saw the end of the series.
    Me dio un bajón cuando vi el final de la serie.