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Meaning of disappointments
The primary meaning of the word "disappointments" refers to a feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by something not happening or not being as good as expected.
Etymology of disappointments
The word "disappointments" originates from the verb "disappoint," which is derived from the Old French "desappointer," meaning to undo or remove from office, and later to deprive of hope or expectation
The word has been in use since the 15th century, initially meaning to deprive of office or position, and later evolving to include the sense of failing to meet expectations
Synonyms
disillusionments
frustrations
letdowns
setbacks
failures
dissatisfactions
unhappiness
discontentments
displeasures
sadness
sorrows
regrets
disillusionments
discouragements
disheartenments
depressions
despairs
hopes dashed
shattered dreams
unfulfilled expectations
misfortunes
calamities
catastrophes
disappointments
disillusion
dismay
discontent
dissatisfaction
disheartenment
despondency
dejection
despair
Definitions
- A feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by something not happening or not being as good as expected
- * The state of being disappointed, or the fact of something being disappointing
Usage Examples
- The team's loss was a major disappointment to their fans
- * She felt a deep sense of disappointment when she didn't get the job
- * The movie was a disappointment, it didn't live up to my expectations
Antonyms
satisfactions
pleasures
joys
delights
happiness
contentments
fulfillments
gratifications
successes
triumphs
victories
accomplishments
achievements
pleasures
delights
euphorias
elations
thrills
exhilarations
satisfactions