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disappoint
[ dis-uh-point ]
verb (used with object)
- to fail to fulfill the expectations or wishes of:
His gross ingratitude disappointed us.
Synonyms: , , ,
- to defeat the fulfillment of (hopes, plans, etc.); thwart; frustrate:
to be disappointed in love.
verb (used without object)
- to bring or cause disappointment.
disappoint
/ ˌɪəˈɔɪԳ /
verb
- to fail to meet the expectations, hopes, desires, or standards of; let down
- to prevent the fulfilment of (a plan, intention, etc); frustrate; thwart
Other Word Forms
- 徱a·ǾԳİ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of disappoint1
Word History and Origins
Origin of disappoint1
Example Sentences
Mahmood said: "It's disappointing... that some individuals have sought to question the validity of the Supreme Court or cast aspersions..."
Olly Murs says scrutiny of his physique is "disappointing" and "absolutely madness" after pictures of his body before and after a fitness regime prompted a flood of reactions online and in the media.
Former Chelsea striker Aluko has since apologised for her comments, but Wright said he "cannot accept" the apology and was "very disappointed" by what was said.
Expectations were high until he ran a disappointing fourth in the Santa Anita Derby.
Ron Delnevo, from the Payments Choice Alliance, said he was disappointed about the "procrastinating approach" of the committee.
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