disappointed Definition
feeling sad or displeased because someone or something has failed to fulfill one's hopes or expectations.
Using disappointed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disappointed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I was disappointed that I didn't get the job.
Example
She was disappointed with the quality of the product.
Example
He was disappointed by the team's performance.
disappointed Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for disappointed
- displeased
- crestfallen
- dejected
- let down
- unhappy
Antonyms for disappointed
- pleased
- satisfied
- content
Phrases with disappointed
disappointed in
to feel let down or unhappy with someone or something
Example
I'm disappointed in your behavior.
disappointed with
to feel let down or unhappy with something
Example
I'm disappointed with the service at this restaurant.
disappointed by
to feel let down or unhappy with someone or something
Example
I'm disappointed by the lack of progress on this project.
Summary: disappointed in Brief
The term 'disappointed' [ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd] refers to feeling sad or displeased when someone or something fails to meet one's hopes or expectations. It is often used in phrases like 'disappointed in,' 'disappointed with,' and 'disappointed by.' Synonyms include 'let down,' 'unhappy,' and 'displeased.' Antonyms include 'pleased,' 'satisfied,' and 'content.'
