anticlimax

noun

Meaning

A disappointing end to an exciting or impressive series of events.

Examples

The long-awaited trial ended in an anticlimax when the key witness failed to appear.
After the thrilling buildup, the final scene of the movie felt like a total anticlimax.

Synonyms: letdown, disappointment, bathos, non-event

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anticlimax

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæntiˈklaɪmæks/

Definition

A disappointing end to an exciting or impressive series of events.

Examples

The long-awaited trial ended in an anticlimax when the key witness failed to appear.
After the thrilling buildup, the final scene of the movie felt like a total anticlimax.
The team's sudden loss in the first round was a massive anticlimax to their otherwise perfect season.

Synonyms of anticlimax

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