disappointment

¹ American  

[dis-uh-point-muhnt] / ˌdɪs əˈpɔɪnt mənt /

noun

1. the act or fact of disappointing.

   All of his efforts only led to the disappointment of his supporters.

   Synonyms:

   frustration, defeat, failure

2. the state or feeling of being disappointed.

   Her disappointment was very great when she didn't get the job.

3. a person or thing that disappoints.

   The play was a disappointment.

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Disappointment ² American  

[dis-uh-point-muhnt] / ˌdɪs əˈpɔɪnt mənt /

noun

1. Cape Disappointment, a cape in southwestern Washington State, projecting into the Pacific Ocean on the north of the mouth of the Columbia River.

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disappointment British  

/ ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt /

noun

1. the act of disappointing or the state of being disappointed

2. a person, thing, or state of affairs that disappoints

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Other Word Forms

• predisappointment noun

Etymology

Origin of disappointment

First recorded in 1605–15; disappoint + -ment

Example Sentences

Although the company topped earnings and revenue expectations, the stock ticked lower in after-hours trading Thursday, reflecting investors’ disappointment over declining profits and lackluster sales in China.

From Barron's

Today, as in the old days, it’s about the big screen, the scent of popcorn, the car ride to the show filled with anticipation, and the drive back filled with awe or disappointment.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Union expressed its disappointment before going on to stress that avoiding such a scenario is why they need to make the plans they have proposed.

From BBC

Further disappointments like the one suffered on Sunday and Frank's backing will wane.

From BBC

The two earnings disappointments led to a bad week for tech.

From Barron's

Related Words

• adversity
• blow
• chagrin
• defeat
• discontent
• disenchantment
• disillusionment
• dissatisfaction
• failure
• frustration
• letdown
• regret
• setback