What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disenchanted
Example
After years of working in the same company, she became disenchanted with the corporate culture. [disenchanted: adjective]
Example
He felt disenchanted with politics after seeing how corrupt it could be. [disenchanted: past participle]
disillusioned
Example
She became disillusioned with love after experiencing heartbreak. [disillusioned: adjective]
Example
He was disillusioned by the false promises made by the company. [disillusioned: past participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disillusioned is slightly more common than disenchanted in everyday language, but both words are used relatively infrequently.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disenchanted and disillusioned?
Both disenchanted and disillusioned are formal words that are typically used in serious or professional contexts.
