DISMAYED Meaning and
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Dismayed is an adjective that describes a feeling of distress, disappointment, or sadness. It is often used to express a sense of discouragement, frustration, or worry. When someone is dismayed, they typically feel a sense of unease or dissatisfaction due to an unexpected or undesirable event or outcome.
The feeling of being dismayed often arises when one's expectations or hopes are not met. It can be brought on by a variety of situations, such as receiving bad news, facing setbacks, or witnessing an unpleasant event. Dismay can also stem from the realization of a mistake or when something goes wrong unexpectedly.
A person who is dismayed may demonstrate signs of emotional distress, such as a heavy sigh, a furrowed brow, or a downcast expression. They may also experience a sense of hopelessness or a lack of motivation to continue pursuing a particular goal or task.
Dismay should not be confused with despair or complete hopelessness, as it generally denotes a temporary state of disappointment or distress. It is a natural human response to negative or challenging circumstances. However, individuals who experience prolonged or intense feelings of dismay may benefit from seeking support or finding constructive ways to cope with their emotions.
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Etymology of DISMAYED
The word "dismayed" has its roots in the Old French word "desmaier", which is derived from the Latin word "demetere". In Latin, "demetere" means "to deprive of power or ability", and it is made up of the prefix "de" meaning "completely" and "metere" meaning "to lessen or diminish". Over time, "desmaier" in Old French transformed into "dismay" in Middle English, which eventually gave rise to the word "dismayed" as it is used today.
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