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dismayed

[dɪsˈmeɪd]

dismayed Definition

  • 1to feel very worried, disappointed, or upset about something that has happened or something that you have to do
  • 2to cause someone to feel worried, disappointed, or upset

Using dismayed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dismayed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I was dismayed to hear that I didn't get the job.

  • Example

    The team was dismayed by their loss in the championship game.

  • Example

    The high cost of repairs dismayed the homeowner.

  • Example

    The teacher's harsh criticism dismayed the students.

dismayed Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for dismayed

Phrases with dismayed

  • to be very worried, disappointed, or upset about something

    Example

    She was dismayed by the company's decision to lay off employees.

  • dismayed look/expression/face

    a facial expression that shows worry, disappointment, or upset

    Example

    He had a dismayed look on his face when he saw the damage to his car.

  • dismayed tone/voice

    a way of speaking that shows worry, disappointment, or upset

    Example

    She spoke in a dismayed tone when she heard the news.

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Summary: dismayed in Brief

The verb 'dismayed' [dɪsˈmeɪd] means to feel or cause someone to feel worried, disappointed, or upset. It can be used in various contexts, such as receiving bad news, experiencing a loss, or facing a difficult situation. Examples include 'I was dismayed to hear that I didn't get the job' and 'The team was dismayed by their loss in the championship game.' 'Dismayed' can be formalized as 'disconcerted' or 'perturbed,' or expressed informally as 'bummed out' or 'down in the dumps.'