as in disillusioned
to free from mistaken beliefs or foolish hopes
if you thought that you could pass this course without doing any work, let me be the first to disenchant you
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Recent Examples of disenchanted
Emily Harnett, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
They are made up of immigration advocates, environmentalists, labor organizers, reproductive-rights activists, and perhaps even some disenchanted Republicans.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
The three-time Pro Bowler’s placement on this list is operating under the assumption that Andrews is content remaining with the Ravens and hasn’t become disenchanted with all of the trade speculation and criticism he’s gotten for how Baltimore’s 2024 season ended.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Superman, however, is feeling disenchanted with his role as Earth’s protector at the expense of his own personal happiness – namely, a love life with Lois Lane.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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The fact that this question can be taken up in the twenty-first century suggests that any era can seem disenchanted to the people living in it.
—Emily Harnett, Harpers Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
They are made up of immigration advocates, environmentalists, labor organizers, reproductive-rights activists, and perhaps even some disenchanted Republicans.
—Jay Caspian Kang, The New Yorker, 28 Feb. 2025
The three-time Pro Bowler’s placement on this list is operating under the assumption that Andrews is content remaining with the Ravens and hasn’t become disenchanted with all of the trade speculation and criticism he’s gotten for how Baltimore’s 2024 season ended.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
Superman, however, is feeling disenchanted with his role as Earth’s protector at the expense of his own personal happiness – namely, a love life with Lois Lane.
—Mark Hughes, Forbes.com, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disenchanted
Adjective
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Crashing out is a slang term used to negatively describe emotional overload or emotional dysregulation that presents as sudden, angry, frustrated, or distressing emotional outbursts or behaviors.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
20 July 2025
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There are signs Washington is increasingly frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Axios reported, especially after Israel struck Syria’s capital last week.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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However, this progress is offset by a steep decline among younger voters aged 18–29, who have become increasingly disillusioned in recent months.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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President Donald Trump's return to the White House has left many progressive Americans feeling disillusioned, resigned, and apathetic.—
Time,
Time,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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But those expecting the administration to suddenly provide the guardrails and rules that have been sorely lacking in college sports in recent years will likely come away disappointed.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Although, disappointed fans didn't have much time to sulk.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Lengthy delays frequently lead to a backlog of unfulfilled FOIA requests.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
18 July 2025
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But Williams, 30, tapped out after a career marked by injuries and unfulfilled promise after arriving in L.A. following a stellar career at Clemson.—
Jay Paris,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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In particular, ensure clients who are dissatisfied with your products and services can access your customer service department and be turned into loyal customers by agents encouraging them to actively participate in the community.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Polls show that half of U.S. adults are dissatisfied with the federal disclosures in the Epstein case, potentially fueling broader discontent ahead of the 2026 elections.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Both parties were riven by arguments over slavery, prompting some discontented members to establish an alternative.—
Joseph Thorndike,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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So that abandonment leaves them angry and bitter and discontented and alienated.—
Matt Zoller Seitz,
Vulture,
19 Apr. 2024
Adjective
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More recently Fortune reports that ‘revenge quitting’ is ready to take its place, with disgruntled employees venting their frustrations by walking out the door.—
London Business School,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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He was assassinated in 1978 by a disgruntled former city supervisor.—
Lolita C. Baldor,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Today a new generation of demagogues claim to be fighting to liberate aggrieved majorities from outsiders’ control.—
Derek R. Peterson,
The Conversation,
18 July 2025
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However, aggrieved residents are opposing the construction of the circuit due to its impact on the environment.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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“Disenchanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disenchanted. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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