CRESTFALLEN (ADJ)

Meaning: Sad because of unexpected failure; dispirited and depressed; dejected; brought low in spirit

Synonyms: Disappointed; Depressed; Discouraged; Dejected; Despondent; Disconsolate

Antonym: Elated

Memory Trick:

I. Helen was crestfallen when she opened her Valentine present; all she got was bra and panty.

II. Chris was crestfallen at his poor performance.

III. Crestfallen=Crest (Top of a slope or hill) +Fallen:

Imagine you and your girl friend are sitting on the top of a hill. Suddenly, a handsome gentleman comes and takes away your girl friend. How do you feel? Happy or crestfallen?

IV. Crestfallen=Crest (Top of a slope or hill) +Fallen:

Whenever you fall from the top position of your career; it is natural to feel sad and depressed.