Disappointed
12 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Feeling sad or displeased because expectations, hopes, or desires have not been fulfilled. It describes a state of dissatisfaction when outcomes fall short of what was anticipated.
“The fans were disappointed when the concert was cancelled at the last minute.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/
Syllables
dis·ap·point·ed
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Synonyms
dissatisfieddisheartenedlet downdiscouraged
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Wordle
Features the 'ED' suffix and multiple 'I' vowels; contains double 'P' and 'D' patterns
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Scrabble
Worth 18 points; the 'P' tiles provide good scoring opportunities on premium squares
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