Bummed

To feel disappointed, disheartened, or unhappy about something. The state of being bummed suggests a loss of enthusiasm or pleasure, often due to unmet expectations, negative experiences, or frustrating circumstances. It's a common colloquial term expressing a milder form of sadness or dissatisfaction, distinct from extreme grief but significant enough to affect mood and motivation. This feeling can stem from a wide range of sources, from minor inconveniences to more serious setbacks, and the intensity of being bummed can vary greatly depending on the individual and the context. The feeling can be brought on by disappointment, loss, frustration, or any situation that leaves one feeling downcast or lacking in energy. It is a temporary state, though it may linger for a short or longer period, dependent on the situation causing the feeling.

Bummed meaning with examples

• I was totally bummed when I missed the concert. I'd been looking forward to it for weeks, and to get sick right before was such a letdown. I tried to find someone to sell my tickets too, but that just left me more bummed as no one wanted them, and I just felt bad, I was even more bummed after that.
• She felt bummed after failing the exam, even though she'd studied hard. The pressure to do well at school had left her exhausted and on the day of the exam she felt the pressure, which left her downcast, even though she’d prepared hard, and she felt disappointed when she got the bad news, and needed comfort after it.
• He was bummed that his favorite team lost the championship game. The atmosphere in the bar turned sour as they lost. The game was close, but it did not turn out the way he had hoped. He felt a sense of loss, and a lack of the usual celebration in his life, which was a feeling that made him feel really bummed for a while.
• After the vacation was cut short due to a family emergency, they were all bummed. The anticipation of the break and time away from work had ended up in disappointment for them. They had to abruptly change their holiday plans, but at least they were home, as a crisis had changed their plans and their moods.