disappoint
Americanverb (used with object)
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to fail to fulfill the expectations or wishes of.
His gross ingratitude disappointed us.
- Synonyms:
- disenchant, dishearten, disillusion, sadden
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to defeat the fulfillment of (hopes, plans, etc.); thwart; frustrate.
to be disappointed in love.
verb (used without object)
verb
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to fail to meet the expectations, hopes, desires, or standards of; let down
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to prevent the fulfilment of (a plan, intention, etc); frustrate; thwart
Other Word Forms
- disappointer noun
Etymology
Origin of disappoint
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English word from Middle French word desappointer. See dis- 1, appoint
Example Sentences
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He added: “But if history is any guide, the tables will turn and the day will come when those disappointed by today’s result will appreciate the legislative process for the bulwark of liberty it is.”
From Los Angeles Times
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are "exactly where we want to be" in every competition despite criticism after the disappointing Premier League draw against bottom club Wolves.
From BBC
Nevertheless, lawyers for the victims told the BBC they were disappointed with the length of the jail terms handed down on Thursday, calling them "insignificant".
From BBC
"This decision is disappointing to me because it seems to contradict the spirit of the Games," she said.
From BBC
Some companies’ stocks slumped after results disappointed investors.
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