Disappoint Synonyms

35 disappoint synonyms include let down, fail, dash the hopes of, dishearten, dispirit, discourage, upset, dismay, depress, and sadden. Disappoint is a verb, and its antonyms are cheer and satisfy. Here are some additional synonyms for "disappoint" with example sentences.

Another word for Disappoint

35 other ways to say disappoint.

1. let down

  • upset  
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  • shatter the illusions of  
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  • sadden  
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  • let down  
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  • fall short (of expectations)  
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  • fail
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  • dissatisfy  
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  • dispirit  
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  • dismay  
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  • disillusion  
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  • dishearten  
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  • disgruntle  
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  • disenchant  
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  • discourage  
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  • depress
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  • dash the hopes of  
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  • dampen the spirits of  
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  • chagrin  
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  • bum out  
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2. thwart

  • thwart  
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  • throw cold water on  
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  • stymie  
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  • put a/the damper on  
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  • obstruct  
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  • nip in the bud  
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  • interfere with  
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  • impede  
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  • hinder  
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  • hamper  
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  • frustrate
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  • foil  
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  • defeat  
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  • dash  
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  • balk  
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  • baffle  
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Use disappoint in a Sentence

He will disappoint his supporters today.

I don’t want to disappoint you.

She tried not to disappoint anyone.

They fear to disappoint their parents.