adjective as in strong fondness

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disappointed, dejected, downcast, discouraged

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Example Sentences

Example:He was disappointed when he didn't get the promotion.

Definition:feeling or showing dissatisfaction or unhappiness as a result of unfulfilled hopes or expectations

From disappointed

Example:The dejected soldiers looked at their commander.

Definition:cheerless and sad, especially because of an encounter with some difficulty or disappointment

From dejected

Example:She was downcast after the incident at school.

Definition:having a sad and gloomy look or mood

From downcast

Example:The team was discouraged after another loss.

Definition:lacking confidence and enthusiasm, especially as a result of repeated failures

From discouraged