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disappointed Synonyms

Another word for disappointed

Choosing another word for disappointed depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Sad, displeased, or dissatisfied because someone or something has failed to fulfill one's hopes or expectations.

Usage Example

"She was deeply let down when the outdoor concert was canceled due to rain."

Strongest
let down
dissatisfied
displeased
Strong
disheartened
dismayed
crestfallen
disillusioned
disenchanted
downhearted
frustrated

• adjective (Context 2)

Prevented from being realized or successful; thwarted or frustrated (of hopes, plans, or expectations).

Usage Example

"The novel explores the quiet resilience of people coping with thwarted ambitions."

Strongest
thwarted
frustrated
Strong
unfulfilled
dashed
foiled

Opposites of disappointed

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

fulfilled
realized
satisfied
pleased
delighted
content
achieved
gratified
See all opposites of disappointed

• Nearby Words

disappear
disappearance
disappoint
disappointed
disappointedly
disappointing
disappointingly

Cite this Entry

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