subdict-logo

disappointed

Definition

  • adjective: feeling sad, unhappy, or displeased because something was not as good as expected or because something you hoped for or expected did not happen
  • adjective: defeated in expectation or hope
  • synonyms: balked, unprepared, unequipped

Examples

  • I was 'disappointed' to see that my suggestions had been ignored.

  • Don't be too 'disappointed' if everything doesn't go as planned.

  • They were deeply 'disappointed' by her lack of interest.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Not what I had in mind. Aw! Hey, look. The Golden Gate Bridge, isn't that great? It's not made up of solid gold like we thought, which is kind of disappointed. But still... I sure am glad you told me earthquakes are a myth, Joy. - Otherwise I be terrified right now. - ... Yeah. (..)
    2015 Inside Out