Definition

Feeling sad or disappointed, often due to a loss or failure.

Example

After hearing the bad news, he looked chopfallen and lost his usual enthusiasm.

Conversation

You look a bit chopfallen today, everything okay?

Yeah, I just had a rough day at work.

I understand, those days can really bring you down.

Thanks for noticing, I appreciate your support.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'chopfallen' originates from Old English, where 'chop' (meaning to cut) and 'fallen' (meaning to fall) combine to describe something that has fallen as a result of being cut. It conveys the image of something that has been severed and has subsequently fallen down.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been 'cut' ('chop') and then 'fallen' — that's why 'chopfallen' describes something that has fallen after being cut.

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