Definition and meaning of English word "disappointment"
disappointment
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/
Meaning
NounThe feeling or state of being disappointed: a feeling of sadness or frustration when something is not as good as one hoped or expected, or when something bad unexpectedly happens.
How to use
The term 'disappointment' can be used in both formal and informal contexts to describe a feeling of sadness or frustration. A common learner mistake is to use 'disappointed' as a noun, for example, 'The disappointed was overwhelming'. Instead, use 'disappointment' as a noun, for example, 'The disappointment was overwhelming'.
🇬🇧 English
disappointment
Example
It is important to keep the disappointment in a safe place.
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Common phrases
- feel a disappointment— feel a disappointment
- express disappointment— express disappointment
- suffer a disappointment— suffer a disappointment
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The English word "disappointment" means "disappointment" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "She chose a new disappointment yesterday." (which translates as "disappointment").
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