dismayed
3 synonyms for dismayed, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Feeling shocked and disappointed.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dismayed
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dismayed by
dismayed to learn
Frequently asked questions
What does “dismayed” mean?
The word “dismayed” means feeling shocked and disappointed. In plain terms, describes the feeling of being caught off guard by bad news.
How do you use “dismayed” in a sentence?
Here is “dismayed” used in a sentence: “He was dismayed to find his car had been towed.”
What part of speech is “dismayed”?
“Dismayed” is an adjective.
