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Hyphenation of disappointed

How to hyphenate disappointed

Because it is a word with a single syllable, disappointed is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

disappointed
Syllables Count
1
Characters Count
12
Alpha-numeric Characters Count
12
Hyphens Count
0
Haphenation done based on the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. The computed hyphenation pattern is: disappointed

Definitions of disappointed

disappointed is defined as:

Definition 1 as verb

  • verb
    To sadden or displease (someone) by underperforming, or by not delivering something promised or hoped for.

    Example: His lack of respect disappointed her.

  • verb
    To deprive (someone of something expected or hoped for).
  • verb
    To fail to meet (an expectation); to fail to fulfil (a hope).
  • verb
    To show (an opinion, belief, etc.) to be mistaken.
  • verb
    To prevent (something planned or attempted).

    Synonyms: frustrate, thwart

Definition 1 as adjective

  • adjective
    Defeated of expectations or hope; experiencing disappointment; let down.

    Example: After all his anticipation, the trip left him deeply disappointed.

  • adjective
    Expressing or indicating disappointment.

    Example: a disappointed tone / face / silence

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What is hyphenation

Hyphenation is the use of hyphens to join words or parts of words. It plays a crucial role in writing, ensuring clarity and readability.

In compound terms like 'check-in', the hyphen clarifies relationships between words. It also assists in breaking words at line ends, preserving flow and understanding, such as in 'tele-communication'. Hyphenation rules vary; some words lose their hyphens with common usage (e.g., 'email' from 'e-mail'). It's an evolving aspect of language, with guidelines differing across style manuals. Understanding hyphenation improves writing quality, making it an indispensable tool in effective communication.