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DISAPPOINTMENT

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Disappointment.

How to pronounce disappointment:

US

Disappointment - as a noun

A feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

Example: "His hopes were so high he was doomed to disappointment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
letdown
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dissatisfaction
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An act (or failure to act) that disappoints someone

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dashing hopes

Example Sentences

"Her failure to win the competition was a major disappointment."
"I felt a deep sense of disappointment when my favorite team lost the game."
"His constant excuses were a constant source of disappointment for his parents."
"The movie was a disappointment, as it did not live up to the hype."
"She couldn't hide her disappointment when she received a low grade on the test."
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Word Game Points

Is DISAPPOINTMENT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disappointment is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISAPPOINTMENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.

Is DISAPPOINTMENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disappointment is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISAPPOINTMENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is DISAPPOINTMENT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disappointment is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISAPPOINTMENT has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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