disappointed

adjective

dis·​ap·​point·​ed ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯin-təd 

1

: defeated in expectation or hope

apologized to their disappointed fans

2

obsolete : not adequately equipped

disappointedly adverb

Examples of disappointed in a Sentence

We were disappointed that they couldn't go.

Disappointed fans slowly left the ballpark.

I was disappointed to see that my suggestions had been ignored.

They were deeply disappointed by her lack of interest.

Don't be too disappointed if everything doesn't go as planned.

Your father and I are very disappointed in you.

Recent Examples on the Web

In the meantime, Stuttgart will be a bit disappointed by the point. —Manuel Veth, Forbes.com, 19 Apr. 2025

Continue reading … -- IN OTHER NEWS SPACE CADETS – Gayle King 'very disappointed' by response to Blue Origin flight. —FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025

Johnny looks disappointed in himself, but takes the firing on the chin. —Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2025

Dunlap, who is considered one of the sport’s hottest prospects after his achievements as a junior rivalled those of Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods, was still left disappointed and frustrated after his tournament. —Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 12 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see disappoint

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for disappointed

• reappointed
• anointed
• appointed
• disjointed
• pinpointed
• jointed
• pointed

Kids Definition

disappointed

adjective

dis·​ap·​point·​ed

: defeated in expectation or hope

we were disappointed that they couldn't go