Definition of Dismay
Dismay
dis·may
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A feeling of disappointment or disillusionment.
e.g. The news of the cancellation filled her with dismay.
(noun)
a feeling of anxiety or disturbance, typically caused by an unexpected occurrence;
e.g. He expressed his dismay that they were acting so recklessly.
(noun)
a sudden loss of motivation, courage, or resolve caused by feeling fear or alarm;
e.g. They watched in dismay as the bulldozer knocked down the building.
(verb)
to feel disturbed, anxious, or upset, or to cause someone to feel this way;
e.g. These statistics dismay me and make me wonder how to improve our situation.
(verb)
to cause someone to feel discouraged and demotivated, especially due to fear or shock;
e.g. I will not allow this setback to dismay me or prevent me from getting stronger.
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