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Synonyms of crestfallen

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Another word for crestfallen is depressed. Other synonyms of crestfallen are dejected, sorrowful, despondent and disillusioned.

Synonyms and similar words for crestfallen

adjectiveSad because of a disappointment.

adjectiveDepressed.

  • blueDepressed, melancholic, sad.
  • dejectedSad and dispirited.
  • despondentIn low spirits from loss of hope or courage.
  • depressedUnhappy; despondent.
  • downcastOf a person: feeling despondent or discouraged.
  • down in the dumpsSad; lacking engagement or enthusiasm.
  • sorrowfulExhibiting sorrow; dejected; distraught; sad. (of a person).

Meaning of crestfallen

  1. adjective Sad because of a disappointment.
  2. adjective Having the crest, or upper part of the neck, hanging to one side.

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Questions about synonyms of crestfallen

What is another word for crestfallen?
Crestfallen has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as depressed, dejected, sorrowful, despondent and disillusioned.
What does crestfallen mean?
Crestfallen means sad because of a disappointment.

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