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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A spokesperson for the Lynch family said they were "disappointed by the court's refusal and believe an application to the Court of Appeal should follow in the interests of justice".

From BBC

Nurses and midwives in England and Wales are set to get a 3.3% pay rise in the next financial year, but Lisa says the union was "disappointed" at the award which was "below inflation".

From BBC

The Belfast Trust said it was "disappointed to learn of Ms Jones' experience with Liaison Care and we sincerely apologise".

From BBC

Bang & Olufsen lowered its financial expectations and pulled midterm guidance as sales of a new product disappointed, while intensified geopolitical tension and economic uncertainty are expected to affect the remainder of the financial year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Barber said he was "disappointed" at the government's stance.

From BBC

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