Chagrin, which almost always appears in phrases such as “to his/her/their chagrin,” refers to the distress one feels following a humiliation, disappointment, or failure.

Definition of chagrin noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

CHAGRIN definition: a feeling of vexation, marked by disappointment or humiliation. See examples of chagrin used in a sentence.

CHAGRIN definition: 1. disappointment or anger, especially when caused by a failure or mistake: 2. disappointment or…. Learn more.

Oct 13, 2025 · chagrin (countable and uncountable, plural chagrins) Distress of mind caused by a failure of aims or plans, want of appreciation, mistakes etc; vexation or mortification. synonyms …

cha•grin /ʃəˈgrɪn/ n., v., -grined or -grinned, -grin•ing or -grin•ning. n. [uncountable] a feeling of annoyance or humiliation: To my complete chagrin I realized I didn't have enough money to …

A keen feeling of mental unease, as of annoyance or embarrassment, caused by failure, disappointment, or a disconcerting event: To her chagrin, the party ended just as she arrived.