English · Emotions & Feelings
disappointment
/ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/
[/ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/]
sadness from unmet hopes
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Sadness or displeasure caused when something is not as good as hoped.
Example
To her great disappointment, the concert she had waited months for was suddenly cancelled.
To her great disappointment, the concert she had waited months for was suddenly cancelled.
Etymology
From 'disappoint' (Old French 'desapointier', to undo an appointment).
How & Where It’s Used
A common word for the let-down when expectations are not met.