Synonyms for

Disappointments

Verb / dɪsʌˈpɔɪntmʌnts / Another word for disappointments — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Disappointments means feelings of sadness or disappointment when something doesn't go as expected or hoped for.

Synonyms & similar words

dashinghopes letdown disappointment letdowns failures defeats frustrations displeasures dissatisfactions disillusions upsets disenchantments regrets sorrows woes unhappiness miseries despondencies heartbreaks depressions deficiencies shortcomings flaws

Example sentences

  1. I had many disappointments when it rained on the day of my picnic.
  2. My brother had a lot of disappointments when he didn't get the toy he wanted for his birthday.
  3. My mom had a disappointment when she didn't get the job she applied for.
  4. The team felt a lot of disappointments when they lost the game.
  5. The movie was a disappointment because it wasn't as good as I thought it would be.

Quotes

  • Disappointments are to the soul what a thunderstorm is to the air.
  • Expectation is the mother of all disappointment.
  • Disappointment to a noble soul is what cold water is to burning metal; it strengthens, tempers, intensifies, but never destroys it.

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