disappointed
|dis-ap-point-ed|
B1
/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪd/
(disappoint)
fail to meet expectations
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disappointed' originates from the Old French word 'desappointer', where 'des-' meant 'not' and 'appointer' meant 'appoint'.
Historical Evolution
'desappointer' transformed into the Middle English word 'disapointen', and eventually became the modern English word 'disappoint'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove from office or position', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'feeling let down'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
feeling sad or displeased because someone or something has failed to fulfill one's hopes or expectations.
She was disappointed with the results of the test.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40