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Ernüchtertheit

state of disillusionment, sobered condition

noun RAY-de-ge-vant-hite Rare
Mind & Emotions Emotions

Usage Note

Ernüchtertheit is the noun form of ernüchtert (disillusioned, sobered) — it denotes the state one is left in after a sobering disappointment. Less common than Ernüchterung (the process), it emphasises the resulting condition rather than the experience.

Examples

"In einer Stimmung der Ernüchtertheit reflektierte er über die vergangenen Jahre."

Natural Translation

In a mood of disillusionment he reflected on the past years.

Literal Translation

In a mood of-the disillusionment reflected he about the past years.

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