This is the 6394th most frequent Dutch word.
tegenvallende
Disappointing.
Used as an adjective to describe something that did not meet expectations.
De tegenvallende resultaten van het project hadden grote gevolgen.
The disappointing results of the project had major consequences.
Describes a performance that did not meet expectations, emphasizing the perception by others.
Zijn tegenvallende optreden verraste het publiek.
His underwhelming performance surprised the audience.
Refers to the reaction or initial perception of something by a public or users.