letdown

/lɛtˈdaʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A disappointing or depressing event or experience

“The loss in the final game was a huge letdown for the team and their fans.”

2. noun

A person or thing that is disappointing or depressing

“The new movie was a letdown after all the hype surrounding it.”

3. verb

To disappoint or disillusion someone

“The news let me down when I found out it wasn’t as I had hoped.”

4. verb

To cause someone or something to be less effective or less enjoyable

“The rain let the party down, forcing it to be cancelled.”

Synonyms

  • defeat
  • disappointment
  • dissappointment

Antonyms

  • encouragement
  • uplift