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to dismay
01
to cause someone to feel shocked, worried, or upset
Transitive: to dismay sb
Examples
The sudden cancellation of the event dismayed the attendees, leaving them feeling disappointed.
The poor performance of the team dismayed the coach, who had high expectations.
02
to cause someone to feel anxious or lose determination
Transitive: to dismay sb
Examples
The unexpected withdrawal of a key player dismayed the team, affecting their morale.
The unexpected failure of the project dismayed the manager, who had worked so hard on it.
Dismay
01
the sadness and worry provoked by an unpleasant surprise
Examples
Her face showed dismay when she heard the news of the cancellation.
The sudden storm filled us with dismay as we had no shelter nearby.
02
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
