Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
someone's heart sinks
idiom
/ˈsʌmˌwʌnz hɑrt sɪŋks/
Definition
A phrase used to express the feeling of sudden disappointment or disheartenment.
Examples
- When I received the news that the concert had been canceled, my heart sank.
- She felt her heart sink when she realized she had forgotten to submit her assignment.
- His heart sank at the thought of moving away from his friends.
Meaning
This expression conveys a moment when someone feels let down or discouraged, often in response to an unexpected or unfavorable situation.
Synonyms
- dejected
- disheartened
- discouraged
- downcast
- despondent
