Disillusioned

usgb/ˌdɪsɪˈluːʒnd/
adjective

Feeling disappointment because you lost belief or hope that something is good or true.

After years of working in politics, she became disillusioned with the system.
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  • become disillusioned
  • feel disillusioned
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Lost Belief

Emphasizes a strong sense of disappointment from finding out a belief is not true.

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He became disillusioned with his hero after the scandal.
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Emotional Impact

Conveys deep emotional letdown, not just casual disappointment.

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Disillusioned by the academic world, she left her research job.
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Cultural Context

Often used to describe a reaction to societal or systemic issues.

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After witnessing constant inequality, he felt disillusioned with society.
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cynicdisappointdisenchanteddisheartendispiritedjadepessimisticworld-weary
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