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crestfallen Antonyms
Opposite of crestfallen
Pinning down the opposite of crestfallen requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Sad, dejected, and disappointed, especially following an unexpected setback or failure.
Usage Example
"The young pianist looked elated when she realized her name was not on the list of finalists."
Strongest
elated
jubilant
exultant
Strong
triumphant
buoyant
cheerful
upbeat
Similar words to crestfallen
Words similar to crestfallen shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
downcast
dejected
downhearted
disheartened
despondent
dispirited
discouraged
glum
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Crestfallen. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/crestfallen