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disappoint

The correct spelling is disappoint.

How to pronounce disappoint

verb

IPA: /dɪsəˈpɔɪnt/

Say it like: Dis-app-oyn-t

The correct spelling is disappoint. To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for. For example: "His lack of respect disappointed her."

Usage Examples

His lack of respect disappointed her.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.
  2. 2.To deprive (someone of something expected or hoped for).
  3. 3.To fail to meet (an expectation); to fail to fulfil (a hope).
  4. 4.To show (an opinion, belief, etc.) to be mistaken.
  5. 5.To prevent (something planned or attempted).

adjective

  1. 1.Disappointed

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