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disappointment

UK/.disә'pɒintmәnt/US
TOEFLB1

Definitions

n.

A feeling of sadness or frustration when expectations are not met; something that causes this feeling.

失望;令人失望的人或事

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
disnot, apart, away
+
appointother
+
mentaction, result, state
=disappointment

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She felt a wave of disappointment when she didn't get the job.

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