1
[ noun ] people who are defeated

Synonyms

defeated

Examples

"the Romans had no pity for the defeated"

Related terms

people

2
[ adjective ] disappointingly unsuccessful

Examples

"disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions" "their foiled attempt to capture Calais" "many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers" "his best efforts were thwarted"

Related terms

unsuccessful

3
[ adjective ] caused to feel self-conscious and uncomfortable

Synonyms

embarrassed

Examples

"was discomfited by the personal questions" "the child felt embarrassed by the attention of the adults"

Related terms

uncomfortable

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