disappointment disappointment /ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/
noun
-
()
A feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
(
letdown
, disappointment
)
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
His hopes were so high he was doomed to disappointment
his hopes were so high he was doomed to disappointment
-
()
An act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone
(
dashing hopes
, disappointment
)
an act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone
His failure to show up was a great disappointment to her.
His failure to show up was a great disappointment to her.