B1nounemotions
US/ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/
UK/ˌdɪs.əˈpɔɪnt.mənt/
the feeling you have when something you hoped for does not happen; also something that lets you down
In context
To our disappointment, the beach was covered in rubbish.
The new phone was a big disappointment; the battery lasts only half a day.
He tried to hide his disappointment when he didn't get the scholarship.
Words that go with disappointment
noun + preposition
- to my disappointmentTo my disappointment, the concert was canceled.
- disappointment atShe couldn't hide her disappointment at the result.
adjective + noun
- big disappointmentThe final match was a big disappointment for the fans.
- deep disappointmentThe fans left the stadium in deep disappointment.
verb + noun
- express disappointmentParents expressed disappointment with the new school rules.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I feel very disappointment.Correct: I feel very disappointed.