crestfallen

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈkrestˌfɔːlən/

Definition

Feeling sad and disappointed because of a sudden failure or loss of hope.

Examples

• The team looked crestfallen after losing the championship in the final seconds of the game.

• She tried to hide her crestfallen expression when she realized her flight had been cancelled.

• He left the interview feeling crestfallen, knowing he had stumbled over his answers.

Synonyms of crestfallen

Words with a similar meaning to crestfallen:

• sad
• upset
• disappointed
• dejected
• despondent

Antonyms of crestfallen

Words with the opposite meaning to crestfallen:

• elated
• triumphant

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