Definitions

disappointed

[dis-uh-poin-tid] / ˌdɪs əˈpɔɪn tɪd /

ADJECTIVE

let down, saddened

Synonyms

STRONG

balked beaten complaining defeated depressed disconcerted discontented discouraged disenchanted disgruntled disillusioned dissatisfied distressed down foiled frustrated objecting thwarted upset vanquished worsted

WEAK

aghast chapfallen crestfallen despondent down in the dumps downcast downhearted hopeless shot down taken down unhappy unsatisfied

Antonyms

STRONG

calm cheerful comforted contented enchanted encouraged fulfilled happy heartened pleased satisfied unworried

WEAK

delighted excited

Example Sentences

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It was a disappointing result for them, but when they review this game in the cold light of day they cannot be disappointed with the performance.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

As UnitedHealth UNH 0.75%increase; green up pointing triangle gears up to report earnings next week, investors betting on a return to the fat margins and premium valuations of the past are likely to be disappointed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Hermes and Gucci-owner Kering fell 12% and 9.3%, respectively, as earnings disappointed investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

"I wonder if there were disappointed customers, or if they were just rowdy? Maybe they were excited at seeing these pictures."

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

The man let out a long, disappointed sigh and continued.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny

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