Definitions
- Describing a feeling of being blocked or hindered from achieving a goal or desire. - Referring to a state of annoyance or irritation caused by a situation or person. - Talking about a sense of dissatisfaction or disappointment due to unmet expectations or outcomes.
- Referring to a feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by an unfulfilled hope or expectation. - Describing a state of dissatisfaction or letdown due to a result or outcome that falls short of what was anticipated. - Talking about a sense of regret or disillusionment due to a failed plan or action.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe negative emotions.
- 2Both words can be used to express dissatisfaction or unhappiness.
- 3Both words can be used to describe unmet expectations or outcomes.
- 4Both words can be used to describe a negative reaction to a situation or person.
What is the difference?
- 1Cause: Frustrated is often caused by an obstacle or hindrance, while disappointed is caused by an unfulfilled hope or expectation.
- 2Intensity: Frustrated is often more intense than disappointed.
- 3Duration: Frustrated is often a temporary feeling, while disappointed can be longer-lasting.
- 4Focus: Frustrated is focused on the obstacle or hindrance, while disappointed is focused on the unfulfilled hope or expectation.
- 5Response: Frustrated can lead to anger or irritation, while disappointed can lead to sadness or regret.
Remember this!
Frustrated and disappointed are both negative emotions that describe a sense of dissatisfaction or unhappiness. However, the difference between frustrated and disappointed is their cause and intensity. Frustration is often caused by an obstacle or hindrance and can be more intense than disappointment, which is caused by an unfulfilled hope or expectation.
