Basic Details
Word: Disappointment
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A feeling of sadness or displeasure when something doesnt happen as expected.
Synonyms: Displeasure, letdown, dissatisfaction
Antonyms: Satisfaction, contentment, joy
Idioms and Phrases
- High hopes and deep disappointment: Used to describe a situation where someone expected great results but was left very unhappy. Example: "She had high hopes for the audition, but when she didnt get the part, she felt high hopes and deep disappointment."
- Bitter pill to swallow: Refers to a disappointment that is hard to accept. Example: "Failing his final exam was a bitter pill to swallow, but he learned to study harder next time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After waiting for hours, the cancellation of the concert was a huge disappointment for all the fans.
Example 2: She felt a wave of disappointment when she opened the birthday present and it was not what she had hoped for.
Example 3: Disappointment can teach us valuable lessons about managing our expectations.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "disappointment" comes from the prefix dis-, meaning "apart," and "appoint," which means to assign? The original sense of the word referred to being "unassigned" or "not appointed" to a position or task, leading to feelings of disappointment.
Famous Quote
"Disappointment is only the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently." - Henry Ford
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "disappointment" mean?
a) A feeling of joy
b) A feeling of sadness or displeasure
c) A feeling of anger
d) A feeling of excitement
Answer: b) A feeling of sadness or displeasure
2. Which of these is a synonym of "disappointment"?
a) Satisfaction
b) Letdown
c) Happiness
d) Cheer
Answer: b) Letdown
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "disappointment"?
a) Displeasure
b) Joy
c) Dissatisfaction
d) Letdown
Answer: b) Joy
4. Which sentence uses "disappointment" correctly?
a) The disappointment of winning a game was overwhelming.
b) She felt disappointment when her team lost the match.
c) His disappointment made him smile.
d) They were celebrating their disappointment together.
Answer: b) She felt disappointment when her team lost the match.
5. What does the idiom "bitter pill to swallow" mean?
a) A person who is very happy
b) An easy situation
c) A disappointment that is hard to accept
d) A sweet surprise
Answer: c) A disappointment that is hard to accept
