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DISAPPOINTING Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word disappointing. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word disappointing. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for DISAPPOINTING

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discouraging
adjectiveadj
adjective

• depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action

adjective satellite

• expressing disapproval in order to dissuade

disheartening
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• destructive of morale and self-reliance

dispiriting
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• destructive of morale and self-reliance

displeasing
adjectiveadj
adjective

• causing displeasure or lacking pleasing qualities

frustrating
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• discouraging by hindering

• preventing realization or attainment of a desire

letdown
nounn
noun

• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

regrettable
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• deserving regret

unsatisfactory
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not giving satisfaction

unsatisfying
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• not up to expectations

underwhelming
adjectiveadj
adjective

• Failing to interest; not as exciting as promised or expected.

frustrate
verbv
verb

• hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of

• treat cruelly

thwart
verbv
noun

• a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat

verb

• hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of

let down
verb, nounv, n
verb

• move something or somebody to a lower position

• fail to meet the hopes or expectations of

Best Hypernyms For DISAPPOINTING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for disappointing, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (8)
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Alternatives for DISCOURAGING

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