noun ·2 syllables ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of let-down. alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
2. 2
   a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

disappointmentabasementabatementallaymentalleviationarrest

Example

More examples

"When the food is bad, it's a real letdown."

Etymology

Deverbal from let down.

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