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disillusion

verb, noun

/ˌdɪsɪˈluːʒən/

Meaning

to cause someone to realize that something is not as good as they believed

The scandal disillusioned many voters.

disillusion with

disenchant, disappoint, discourage, embitter

encourage, inspire, satisfy

feel disillusioned, political disillusion, deep disillusion, disillusion with life

to carry, endure, or give birth to; also refers to a large wild animal

To shed tears as an expression of emotion such as sadness or pain; also a loud call or shout.

to investigate thoroughly; a device used for exploration or examination

to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer

to gather people, especially soldiers; to summon courage or strength

As a noun: the vital fluid in plants; As a verb: to gradually weaken or drain strength.