disillusionment
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A feeling of disappointment when you discover that something isn't as good as you believed.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
disenchantment
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Her _____ with the company grew after she saw how it treated its workers."
Answer: disillusionment
In your own words, what does "disillusionment" mean?
A feeling of disappointment when you discover that something isn't as good as you believed.
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