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disillusionment
[ dis-i-loo-zhuhn-muhnt ]
noun
- the loss or destruction of illusions or idealistic beliefs; the state of having lost such illusions or beliefs:
Her bitterness and disillusionment were complete when he refused to investigate the corruption she reported because he was in business with some of the people involved.
Word History and Origins
Origin of disillusionment1
Example Sentences
The party's set up a visible office in the middle of a shopping centre in Runcorn, emblazoned with branding, and is trying to tap into a sense of political disillusionment with other parties.
In contrast to the sweeping language of ending homelessness that led to disillusionment over previous tax measures, it adopted moderate goals that it considered attainable.
Campbell says he hopes to echo some of Donald Trump's success in the US, capitalising on a strong sense of voter disillusionment in the area.
Politicians, newspapers and television talk shows have all been busy dissecting the changes, often in a tone of bitter disillusionment.
I felt that for those six days, the candle itself was purifying me of any shame, anger, sadness, grief or disillusionment.
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