be disillusioned

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Describes the state of being disappointed in someone or something that one previously respected or admired.

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Examples (10)

  • He is disillusioned with the political system.
  • After the scandal, many supporters were deeply disillusioned.
  • She has been increasingly disillusioned with her career choice.
  • If the promises are broken again, the voters will be completely disillusioned.
  • I am utterly disillusioned by the company's lack of ethics.
  • Many young people are disillusioned with modern society.
  • It's sad to see someone so young be so thoroughly disillusioned.
  • Why are so many graduates disillusioned with the job market?
  • He wouldn't be so disillusioned if he hadn't had such high hopes.
  • Being disillusioned with his former hero was a painful realization for him.