attrist

/ˈætrɪst/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause someone to feel sorrow or regret

“The news of the canceled concert attristed the young music fan.”

2. noun

a person who causes someone to feel sorrow or regret

“The lead singer was accused of being an attrist to her fans after she canceled the tour.”

Synonyms

  • depress
  • morosen

Antonyms

  • elate
  • elevate