Chagrin
/ʃəˈɡrɪn/
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Definition
(noun) Distress of mind caused by a failure of aims or plans, want of appreciation, mistakes etc; vexation or mortification.
Sentence Examples
He often hastens physical intimacy, much to the chagrin of his dates.
Affluence leads to chagrin.
CEFR Practice Quiz
To my own ____, I realized that I had forgotten to bring my phone.