Disappointment — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯint-mənt/ dis·ap·point·ment

Meaning & Definition of Disappointment

Disappointment (noun)

  1. the act or an instance of disappointing, the state or emotion of being disappointed
  2. one that disappoints

Disappointment (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met

    "we felt keen disappointment when our offer on the house was rejected"

    similar: dismay, dissatisfaction, frustration, letdown
    related: crestfallenness, discontent, discontentedness, discontentment, disgruntlement, displeasure, disenchantment, disillusionment, blues, dejectedness, dejection, depression, desolateness, desolation, despondency, disconsolateness, distress, doldrums, dolefulness, dolor, downheartedness, dreariness, dumps, gloom, gloominess, joylessness, melancholy, mopes, oppression, sadness, sorrow, unhappiness, chagrin, discomfiture
    opposite: content, contentedness, contentment, gratification, satisfaction
    near: fulfillment, bliss, felicity, gladness, happiness, joy

  2. something that disappoints

    "after all the publicity and high expectations, the sequel to the movie blockbuster was a huge disappointment"

    similar: bringdown, bummer, letdown
    related: anticlimax, failure, fiasco, fizzle, lemon, loser
    near: success, winner, relief

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Disappointment

The most common words with a similar meaning to Disappointment:

dismay, dissatisfaction, frustration, letdown, bringdown, bummer

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Disappointment

Words with the opposite meaning of Disappointment:

content, contentedness, contentment, gratification, satisfaction

Related Words for Disappointment

crestfallenness, discontent, discontentedness, discontentment, disgruntlement, displeasure, disenchantment, disillusionment, blues, dejectedness, dejection, depression, desolateness, desolation, despondency, disconsolateness, distress, doldrums, dolefulness, dolor, downheartedness, dreariness, dumps, gloom, gloominess, joylessness, melancholy, mopes, oppression, sadness

Near Antonyms of Disappointment

fulfillment, bliss, felicity, gladness, happiness, joy, success, winner, relief

Origin & Etymology of Disappointment

First known use: 1577

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Disappointment

Words & Phrases Containing Disappointment

to someone's disappointment

Frequently Asked Questions about Disappointment

What does "Disappointment" mean?

"Disappointment" means the act or an instance of disappointing, the state or emotion of being disappointed. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or an instance of disappointing, the state or emotion of being disappointed. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Disappointment"?

Other words for "Disappointment" include dismay, dissatisfaction, frustration, letdown, bringdown and bummer. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Disappointment" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Disappointment"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Disappointment". Common alternatives include dismay, dissatisfaction, frustration, letdown, bringdown and bummer.

What is the opposite of "Disappointment"?

Antonyms of "Disappointment" include content, contentedness, contentment, gratification and satisfaction. Near antonyms include fulfillment, bliss, felicity and gladness.

How do you use "Disappointment" in a sentence?

Examples of "Disappointment" in a sentence: "we felt keen disappointment when our offer on the house was rejected"; "after all the publicity and high expectations, the sequel to the movie blockbuster was a huge disappointment".

Is "Disappointment" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Disappointment" is a noun.

Is "Disappointment" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Disappointment" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Disappointment"?

"Disappointment" is pronounced /ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯint-mənt/ and divided into syllables as dis·ap·point·ment.