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disappointing

ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪŋ

[ˌdɪsəˈpɔɪntɪŋ]

failing to meet expectations

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Not as good as hoped, causing a feeling of letdown.

Example

The movie was disappointing despite the good reviews.

The movie was disappointing despite the good reviews.

Etymology

Present participle of 'disappoint'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes the thing that fails to satisfy.

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