disappointed
Pronunciation
Adjective
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Feeling sad because something did not happen the way you had hoped.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
Followed by "with" for people or things, and "that" or "to" for events, as in "disappointed with the result" or "disappointed to hear".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He was _____ when the trip was cancelled at the last minute."
Answer: disappointed
In your own words, what does "disappointed" mean?
Feeling sad because something did not happen the way you had hoped.
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