English Synonym Finder

let down

Definitions

To fail to support or help someone as they had hoped or expected.

To lower something, such as a hem or a rope.

To deflate or release air from something, such as a tire.

Examples

I felt like I had let down my team when I missed the final goal.

Please don't let me down this time; I am counting on your help.

The movie was a huge let down after all the positive reviews I had read.

Synonyms

disappoint fail dissatisfy dash sadden dishearten underwhelm

Antonyms

satisfy delight encourage support fulfill gratify please