French Conversation · Level 62
76 words
French word
décevant
Pronunciation
IPA/dɛsəvɑ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivedisappointing
Example
Ce plat est décevant.
This dish is disappointing.
More examples
Le film était décevant.
The film was disappointing.
Core concept
A promised result that leaves a gap between expectation and satisfaction.
Common phrases
un film décevant
a disappointing film
un résultat décevant
a disappointing result
un livre décevant
a disappointing book
Similar words
insatisfaisant: Failing to fulfill expected needs, standards, or requirements.
frustrant: Falling short of expectations in a way that causes irritation or frustration.
Definition in French
Qui laisse une sensation d'insatisfaction par rapport à ce qu'on espérait.
Word origin
Décevant derives from décevoir, from Old French decevoir and ultimately Latin decipere, meaning to deceive or mislead.
Usage tips
- Décevant describes the disappointing thing, while déçu describes the person who feels disappointed.
Opposites
- satisfaisantsatisfactoryadjective
- prometteurpromisingadjective