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disappointment
[/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntmənt/]
noun
pl: disappointments
decepção
1.
The feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the non-fulfillment of one's hopes or expectations
The loss was a huge disappointment for the team.
A derrota foi uma grande decepção para o time.
2.
A person or thing that fails to meet expectations
The movie was a disappointment; I expected much better.
O filme foi uma decepção; eu esperava muito melhor.
3.
The act or instance of disappointing someone
Her disappointment was evident when she saw the results.
Sua decepção era evidente quando viu os resultados.
NYC Slang
bummer, letdown, bust
Synonyms
letdown
disenchantment
dissatisfaction
frustration
regret
chagrin
Antonyms
satisfaction
delight
joy
fulfillment
contentment
gratification
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
decepção
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
decepção
Standard usage; sometimes 'caxumba' in informal speech
São Paulo
decepção
Standard usage; 'desilusão' also acceptable
Portugal
decepção
Standard; 'desilusão' more commonly used in literary contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
a bitter disappointment
to one's disappointment
a crushing disappointment
come as a disappointment
much to someone's disappointment
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