disappointment

noun3

1. •
   The feeling or state of being disappointed: a feeling of sadness or frustration when something is not as good as one hoped or expected, or when something bad unexpectedly happens.

   • Even a trip to beautiful California can cause disappointment.
2. •
   An example or the act of disappointing: a circumstance in which a positive expectation is not achieved.

   • The disappointment with our trip to California caused bickering.
3. •
   Something or someone that disappoints: that which causes disappointment.

   • Even a trip to beautiful California can be a disappointment.
   • What a disappointment!