LET DOWN Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈlet-ˌdau̇n

Definition of letdown

as in disappointment

the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met the museum exhibit was just so-so, and we returned home with a vague sense of letdown

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as in bummer

something that disappoints the eagerly anticipated new movie starring our favorite actor turned out to be a big letdown

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let down

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verb

as in to disappoint

to fall short in satisfying the expectation or hope of with my poor performance I really felt that I had let my teammates down

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Recent Examples of letdown

Noun

So why did both earlier this week seem – well, not a letdown, but not what we’re used to? — Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 17 July 2026 The French surely will consider Saturday’s consolation match a massive letdown. — Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Verb

In its early matches in the Championship, New Zealand's efforts to play that style were successful in fits and starts, let down by poor execution or lack of discipline. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 The Yankees’ defense let down Cam Schlittler during Thursday night’s series-opening loss, while Fernando Cruz failed to protect a two-run lead in the 10th inning of Sunday’s sweep-clinching defeat. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for letdown

Recent Examples of Synonyms for letdown

Noun

At the same time, the Panthers saw very little impact from their pass rush — a disappointment considering the beleaguered state of Houston’s offensive line — and Stroud didn’t struggle to find short completions.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026
In the comments, fans congratulated Aly on her Broadway debut while others shared their disappointment over not being able to see the duo live.

— Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of disappointment

Verb

Warsh promises 'quieter Fed' Investors were disappointed last month when Warsh promised to restore price stability but refused to offer a detailed roadmap.

— Scott Horsley, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026
Autodesk – The maker of 3D design software slid 5% after its earnings projections disappointed Wall Street.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of disappoint

Noun

Acceptance moves you out of frustration and into a place of proactivity.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
Troops in this area have sustained heavy casualties in battles with the regional Islamic State affiliate, and analysts and security sources say frustration with the government is mounting within frontline units.

— Reuters, NBC news, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of frustration

Noun

In an appearance on Semafor’s Mixed Signals in the wake of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s win, Piker expressed dismay at being invoked in intra-Democratic debates.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Over the last six years, the pair have made a series of explosive allegations about what life was like inside the monarchy, much to the dismay of many members of the British royal family.

— Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

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