Disappoint/ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪnt/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Anticipation Matters The sense of failure is stronger if high expectations are not met. He disappointed his fans by cancelling the highly anticipated concert. Pro Tip 2/3Subjectivity What disappoints someone may not disappoint another; it's often a personal feeling. The movie disappointed me, but my sister loved it. Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Serious 'Disappoint' can be used in light situations and doesn't always mean deep sadness. I was disappointed by the lack of chocolate chips in my cookie.