The difference between Crestfallen and Down in the dumps

When used as adjectives, crestfallen means sad because of a recent disappointment, whereas down in the dumps means sad.


check bellow for the other definitions of Crestfallen and Down in the dumps

  1. Crestfallen as an adjective:

    Sad because of a recent disappointment.

  2. Crestfallen as an adjective:

    Depressed.

  3. Crestfallen as an adjective (obsolete, of a horse):

    Having the crest, or upper part of the neck, hanging to one side.

  1. Down in the dumps as an adjective (idiomatic):

    Sad; lacking engagement or enthusiasm.