English · Emotions & Feelings
disillusioned
/ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒənd/
[/ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒənd/]
disappointed, undeceived
Advancedadjective
Definition
Disappointed because you have discovered that something is not as good as you once believed.
Example
Many young voters grew disillusioned after the leaders broke nearly every promise they had made.
Many young voters grew disillusioned after the leaders broke nearly every promise they had made.
Etymology
From 'dis-' (removal) plus 'illusion', from Latin 'illudere' (to mock), meaning to free from a false belief.
How & Where It’s Used
Used about losing faith in people, institutions, ideals, or careers.