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DISAPPOINTING Synonyms

13 synonyms for disappointing. (exact relations)
8 hypernyms for disappointing. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for DISAPPOINTING

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discouraging

adjective

adj

adjective

• depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action

adjective satellite

• expressing disapproval in order to dissuade

disheartening

adjective

adj

adjective satellite

• destructive of morale and self-reliance

dispiriting

adjective

adj

adjective satellite

• destructive of morale and self-reliance

displeasing

adjective

adj

adjective

• causing displeasure or lacking pleasing qualities

frustrating

adjective

adj

adjective satellite

• discouraging by hindering

• preventing realization or attainment of a desire

letdown

noun

n

noun

• a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized

regrettable

adjective

adj

adjective satellite

• deserving regret

unsatisfactory

adjective

adj

adjective

• not giving satisfaction

unsatisfying

adjective

adj

adjective satellite

• not up to expectations

underwhelming

adjective

adj

adjective

• Failing to interest; not as exciting as promised or expected.

frustrate

verb

v

verb

• hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of

• treat cruelly

thwart

verb

v

noun

• a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat

verb

• hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of

let down

verb, noun

v, n

verb

• move something or somebody to a lower position

• fail to meet the hopes or expectations of

Best Hypernyms For DISAPPOINTING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for disappointing, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for DISCOURAGING

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