Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
disillusioned
Adjective
/ˌdɪs.ɪˈluː.ʒnd/
Definition
Having lost faith or trust in something that was once idealized or believed to be good.
Examples
- After years of working for the company, she became disillusioned with its values.
- Many voters felt disillusioned with the political system after the recent scandals.
- He was disillusioned by the harsh realities of adult life.
Meaning
Feeling disappointed and emotionally drained after realizing that something is not as good as it seemed.
Synonyms
- disenchanted
- disappointed
- let down
