crestfallenness

noun

Definition of crestfallennessnext
as in discontent

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  1. discontent
  2. displeasure
  3. dissatisfaction
  4. disappointment
  5. dismay
Noun
  • With massive public discontent and a new presidential administration, could policy and regulation be accelerated to further force the health insurance industry in the direction of the models that more align with patient outcomes and stewardship of society?
    Sachin H. Jain, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • But after discontent from supporters, the club opted to go in a new direction.
    Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of discontent
Noun
  • Though welcomed by the AfD and other right-wing parties, establishment German parties expressed their displeasure with Musk’s endorsement.
    Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 20 Dec. 2024
  • The fact that Donald Trump has been completely AWOL during these negotiations, to the point where only after Elon Musk publicly tweets out his displeasure about this budget deal.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of displeasure
Noun
  • Freeland's departure followed that of the housing minister Sean Fraser earlier this week, both citing dissatisfaction with Trudeau's governance.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
  • When teams lack sufficient resources, tools and time for testing, defects go undetected, leading to poor product quality, security vulnerabilities and user dissatisfaction.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of dissatisfaction
Noun
  • Overpromising or manipulating emotions can lead to disappointment and distrust.
    Somdutta Singh, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
  • In healthy relationships, partners address frustration or disappointment through communication, not blame or distance.
    Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of disappointment
Noun
  • After Lamar was named the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show headliner, other musicians expressed their dismay that Lil Wayne was not selected as well, including Nicki Minaj, Birdman, Master P, Cam’ron, and Mase.
    Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Each of our 10 resulting selections is a triumph of alchemy, deriving insight from fresh combinations of dismay and delight, tragedy and comedy, mourning and hope.
    The Atlantic, The Atlantic, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of dismay
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“Crestfallenness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crestfallenness. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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