disappointment
noun
Origin of disappointment
Synonyms for disappointment
Disappointment
noun
Related Words for disappointment
blow, disaster, setback, failure, obstacle, defeat, mistake, discontent, regret, chagrin, dissatisfaction, letdown, frustration, adversity, disenchantment, disillusionment, drag, misfortune, lemon, bummerExamples from the Web for disappointment
Contemporary Examples of disappointment
Putin may very well be the last optimist left in the country, which is facing a time of confusion and disappointment.
He tended to shield himself from disappointment by expecting the worst—of people and of his country.
Of course I was frustrated, but writers deal with disappointment all the time, and so do archaeologists.
So why does Season 2—which just had its fall finale Monday night—feel like such a disappointment so far?
When Bello posted the letter on his website, many took to Twitter to express similar feelings of disappointment.
Historical Examples of disappointment
"He must have stolen it," muttered Halbert, looking after Robert with disappointment and chagrin.
Brave and BoldHoratio Alger
I accosted him, when, to my chagrin and disappointment, he was a white man.
Biography of a SlaveCharles Thompson
She would say nothing now—would let him see no sign of disappointment in her!
Weighed and WantingGeorge MacDonald
Strange to see him struggle with his disappointment like a grieving child!
The Bacillus of BeautyHarriet Stark
He was still a young man, but he was worn out with disappointment.
Cameos from English History, from Rollo to Edward IICharlotte Mary Yonge