Word
disappointed
Phoneticsdis·ap·point·ed, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnɪd/
UK/dˌɪsɐpˈɔɪntɪd/
Definitions
01feeling let down
B1 · Intermediate
adj. feeling sad or unhappy because something was not as good as you hoped.
adj. experiencing a sense of sadness or dissatisfaction arising from the failure of expectations or hopes to materialise.
“He was disappointed with his exam results because he had studied very hard.”
“The fans were deeply disappointed by the team's performance, especially after the high expectations set during the pre-season matches.”
Usage
Commonly followed by the prepositions 'with', 'by', 'at', or 'in'.
Pitfall
I am disappointed of the results.
I am disappointed with the results.
Use 'with' or 'by' to describe the cause of the feeling, or 'in' when referring to a person who let you down.
Synonyms
02showing disappointment
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. showing through your voice or face that you are unhappy about a result.
adj. expressing or indicating a state of disappointment through outward appearance, tone, or manner.
“She gave a disappointed sigh when she saw that the shop was closed.”
“The manager cast a disappointed look toward the interns after they failed to meet the project deadline for the second time.”
Usage
Typically used to modify nouns related to expression, such as 'look', 'sigh', 'tone', or 'voice'.
Synonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “disappointed” in context.
Verb
01. disappointed in
“I am very disappointed in you for breaking your promise.”
adj + prep
02. disappointed with
“She was disappointed with her exam results despite studying hard.”
adj + prep
03. leave disappointed
“The team's poor performance left the fans disappointed.”
verb + adj
04. remain disappointed
“Investors remain disappointed with the company's quarterly results.”
verb + adj
Adjective
05. bitterly disappointed
“He was bitterly disappointed when he didn't get the job.”
adv + adj
06. deeply disappointed
“We were deeply disappointed by the lack of support from the local council.”
adv + adj
07. sorely disappointed
“If you expect luxury at this price, you will be sorely disappointed.”
adv + adj
Noun
08. disappointed look
“He gave me a disappointed look when I told him I couldn't go.”
adj + noun
09. be disappointed to find
“I was disappointed to find that the restaurant was closed.”
10. be disappointed to hear
“We were disappointed to hear that the project had been cancelled.”
11. not be disappointed
“Visit the museum; you will not be disappointed.”
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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