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disappointment

noun

dis·​ap·​point·​ment ˌdis-ə-ˈpȯint-mənt How to pronounce disappointment (audio)
1
: the act or an instance of disappointing : the state or emotion of being disappointed
2
: one that disappoints
he's a disappointment to his parents

Example Sentences

She couldn't hide her disappointment. He's a disappointment to his parents.
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Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of disappointment was in 1577

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