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Definition disappointment in British English

disappointment noun

noun
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/
1

the feeling of being unhappy because something that you hoped for or expected did not happen or because someone or something was not as good as you expected

Example

Diplomats expressed disappointment at the lack of progress.

Example

Jackson cancelled the concert, to the great disappointment of his fans.

Example

The representatives acknowledged their disappointment with the negotiations.

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2

someone or something that is not as good as you thought they would be

Example

Newcombe has described the defeat as the biggest disappointment of his career.

Example

I'm such a disappointment to her.

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Definition disappointment in British English