What is the comparative form of “crestfallen”?
The comparative form of “crestfallen” is “more crestfallen”.Example
She looked more crestfallen when she didn't get the job.
Example
He felt more crestfallen after his team lost the game.
What is the superlative form of “crestfallen”?
The superlative form of “crestfallen” is “most crestfallen”.Example
Out of all the contestants, she looked the most crestfallen when she didn't win.
Example
He was the most crestfallen I've ever seen him after his breakup.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "crestfallen" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more crestfallen" and "most crestfallen" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of disappointment or discouragement.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Crestfallen" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more crestfallen”
Used to describe someone who is more let down or discouraged.
Example
I was more disappointed than angry when my plans got canceled.
Used to indicate a greater loss of hope or enthusiasm.
Example
The students were more disheartened after failing the exam.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most crestfallen”
Used to describe someone who is the most let down or discouraged.
Example
She was the most disappointed when she didn't get the promotion.
Used to indicate the greatest loss of hope or enthusiasm.
Example
The team was the most disheartened after their defeat.
Using than with comparative “more crestfallen”
When using the comparative form "more crestfallen" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She looked more crestfallen when she didn't get the job." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of disappointment in the first situation is higher than the level of disappointment in the second situation.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more crestfallen” and “most crestfallen” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Job Interviews
He seemed more crestfallen after each unsuccessful interview.
He seemed more crestfallen after each unsuccessful interview.
- 2Sports Competitions
The losing team appeared the most crestfallen at the end of the match.
The losing team appeared the most crestfallen at the end of the match.
- 3Relationships
She became more crestfallen as her long-distance relationship grew more difficult.
She became more crestfallen as her long-distance relationship grew more difficult.
- 4Academic Performance
The student felt the most crestfallen after receiving a failing grade.
The student felt the most crestfallen after receiving a failing grade.
Related idioms and phrases
Down in the dumps
Feeling sad or depressed.
Example
She has been down in the dumps since her pet passed away.
Feeling blue
Feeling sad or melancholy.
Example
He's been feeling blue ever since his favorite team lost the championship.
