disappoint
Translation
to disappoint, to let down
Examples
The movie's ending might disappoint you.
The film's ending might disappoint you.
I don't want to disappoint my parents.
I don't want to disappoint my parents.
Grammar Patterns
((sth./sb.)) disappoints ((sb.)) The movie's ending might disappoint you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: let down, fail; Antonyms: satisfy, please
Etymology
From 'dis-' (not) and 'appoint' (to set a time/place). Originally meant to remove from an appointed office, leading to the sense of failing expectations.
Memory Tips
If you fail to meet someone at the 'appointed' time, you will 'disappoint' them.