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as in frustration
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met
we felt keen disappointment when our offer on the house was rejected
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Recent Examples of disappointment
This latest policy change on halfway house placement is already sowing confusion and disappointment.
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Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Following the Super Bowl disappointment, Gannon's playing career was curtailed by injuries.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
However, not everyone was understanding, with some fans voicing their disappointment.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
That familiar ache returns to my chest — a biting blend of bitterness and disappointment.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Following the Super Bowl disappointment, Gannon's playing career was curtailed by injuries.
—Omaid Homayun, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
However, not everyone was understanding, with some fans voicing their disappointment.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
That familiar ache returns to my chest — a biting blend of bitterness and disappointment.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disappointment
Noun
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This has been a source of frustration for the woman’s mother, who desires more time with her grandchildren.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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This largely comes from a place of frustration at what is perceived as self-hate.—
Tayler Adigun,
Essence,
16 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Morgan Wallen Performs After high-concept performances from Lady Gaga in the last episode, Wallen’s low-key country performances seem like a bit of a letdown.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Today, quantum computing finds itself in just such a state: a superposition of here and not-here, a series of world-changing breakthroughs that are, at the same time, also colossal letdowns.—
WIRED Staff,
WIRED,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Leitch expressed his dismay at the lack of recognition for stunt performers during an interview with Entertainment Weekly last year.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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In France, dismay at Mr. Trump’s policies is widespread and the national mood is uneasy.—
Roger Cohen,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The loser of Friday’s game in Atlanta enters the offseason.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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The loser of the 7-8 game then hosts the winner of the 9-10 game with that winner earning the eighth seed.—
Dan Loumena,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Trump’s appeal to specific segments of the Latino community — particularly in Florida and parts of Texas — was driven by factors such as economic concerns, cultural conservatism, and dissatisfaction with the status quo.—
Jesse Mejia,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2025
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But while one partner might accept this as normal, the other may still crave excitement, leading to frustration or dissatisfaction.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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But in reality, every success is built on a failure.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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These setbacks highlight the inherent risks of space operations, where even minor failures can cost hundreds of millions and set timelines back by months or years.—
Jackie Snow,
Quartz,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Anyway, David won, which would turn out to be a bummer of epic proportions due to the imminent jury ramifications.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Walter bequeaths Iris his Great Dane, a massive bummer of a canine who keeps sinking deeper into despair over the loss of his companion.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Disappointment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disappointment. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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