Hyphenation of disappointed

How to hyphenate disappointed

disappointed is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, disappointed is hyphenated as:

dis-ap-pointed

Syllables Count: 3
Characters Count: 12
Alpha-numeric Characters Count: 12
Hyphens Count: 2

Hyphenation performed using the Knuth-Liang word-division algorithm. This result is approximate and has not been verified against authoritative sources.

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.