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chagrin Synonyms

Another word for chagrin

Choosing another word for chagrin depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A feeling of distress, embarrassment, or annoyance caused by failure, disappointment, or humiliation.

Usage Example

"Much to her mortification, the outdoor concert was canceled just as she arrived at the venue."

Strongest
mortification
vexation
Strong
dismay
annoyance
humiliation
embarrassment
disappointment
displeasure
frustration

• verb (Context 2)

To cause someone to feel distressed, humiliated, or disappointed (usually used in the passive voice).

Usage Example

"The seasoned architect was deeply chagrined when the city council rejected his proposal without review."

Strongest
mortify
Strong
humiliate
vex
dismay
embarrass
disappoint
abash
disconcert

Opposites of chagrin

The opposite of chagrin shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

delight
please
satisfaction
gratify
satisfy
triumph
pleasure
gratification
See all opposites of chagrin

• Nearby Words

chafewax
chaff
chaffinch
chagrin
chai
chain
chainless

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Chagrin. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/chagrin
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