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The correct spelling is disappointing.
How to pronounce disappointing
verb
Say it like: Dis-app-oyn-tin-g
The correct spelling is disappointing. 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.”
“disappointing results / news; a disappointing experience”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.
- 2.To deprive (someone of something expected or hoped for).
- 3.To fail to meet (an expectation); to fail to fulfil (a hope).
- 4.To show (an opinion, belief, etc.) to be mistaken.
- 5.To prevent (something planned or attempted).
adjective
- 1.Causing disappointment.
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