letdown
|let/down|
B2
/ˈlɛtˌdaʊn/
disappointment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'letdown' originates from the English words 'let' and 'down', where 'let' meant 'to allow' and 'down' indicated a decrease or decline.
Historical Evolution
'letdown' evolved from the combination of 'let' and 'down' in English, maintaining its meaning of a decrease in expectations or satisfaction.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to allow something to decrease', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a disappointment'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a disappointment or feeling of dissatisfaction.
The movie was a letdown after all the hype.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35