1. dismay - Noun
2. dismay - Verb
To disable with alarm or apprehensions; to depress the spirits or courage of; to deprive or firmness and energy through fear; to daunt; to appall; to terrify.
Loss of courage and firmness through fear; overwhelming and disabling terror; a sinking of the spirits; consternation.
Source: Webster's dictionaryI was horrified at the thought of being late for my interview Source: Internet
The news of the executions horrified us Source: Internet
These news depressed her Source: Internet
The bad state of her child's health demoralizes her Source: Internet
According to Craig, the real intonation was that of someone who had heretofore tried to conceal his identity as Deputy and that now it would be known to all; his reaction was that of dismay and disappointment at being exposed. Source: Internet
All are set at liberty – much to the dismay of Osmin, who would prefer to see them all brutally executed (Finale: "Nie werd' ich deine Huld verkennen" – "Your noble mercy passes measure"). Source: Internet