disappointment · noun /ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/
Word family
Nouns: disappointment
Adjectives: disappointed, disappointing
Verbs: disappoint
disappointment (FEELING)
B1 U the feeling of being disappointed
Dictionary examples:
Book early to avoid disappointment.
To my (great) disappointment, he decided to leave.
Learner example:
However, to my disappointment, the restaurant was closed because it was being redecorated. (First Certificate in English; B2; Chinese)
disappointment (PERSON/THING)
B1 C something or someone that disappoints you
Dictionary examples:
The party turned out to be a big / huge / great disappointment.
I'm afraid I've been a disappointment to my parents.
Learner example:
It was all a big disappointment! (First Certificate in English; B2; Dutch)
