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crestfallenness

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Crestfallenness (noun) means the feeling of being sad and disappointed after a setback.

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The feeling of being sad and disappointed after a setback.
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Etymology

Formed from crestfallen and -ness.

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What is the meaning of crestfallenness?
"crestfallenness" (noun) means the feeling of being sad and disappointed after a setback.
What is another word for crestfallenness?
Other words for "crestfallenness" include blueness, forlornness, grief, downheartedness, despondency, dejection.
What is the opposite of crestfallenness?
Opposites of "crestfallenness" include joy, happiness.

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