disenchantment
/ˌdɪs(ɪ)nˈtʃɑːntm(ə)nt
/noun [mass noun]
A feeling of disappointment about someone or something you previously respected or admired; disillusionment: their growing disenchantment with the leadership...
- The conference season took place against a growing mood of public cynicism, disenchantment and disengagement from politics.
- At a time of deep disenchantment and voter cynicism, she stood out as an honest human being.
- Obviously measures have been taken to rectify the situation, but there is still an impression of disillusion, if not disenchantment.
Synonyms
disillusionment, disappointment, dissatisfaction, discontent, discontentedness, rude awakening;
cynicism, disillusion