disappoint

/dˌɪsɐpˈɔ‍ɪnt/

/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

to disappoint

MAIN VERB

to feel sad because something that one hoped for did not happen or was not what one expected; to make someone feel like this

synonyms : let down

Examples

1. The celebrity's aloof behavior towards fans disappointed many who hoped for a friendly encounter.

2. I was disappointed by his behavior at the family dinner.

3. The children were disappointed because it rained on their parade day.

4. You may be disappointed when a rainy day puts the kibosh on your picnic plans.