Word: crestfallen
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: crest
fall
en
Definition: Sad because of a recent disappointment.
Morphemes:
Affix: crest
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: The helm or head, as typical of a high spirit; pride; courage.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: crista
Language: la
Decoded: crista
PoS: Noun
Meaning: (of a helmet) the crest, the plume
Affix: fall
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To assume a look of shame or disappointment; to become or appear dejected; said of the face.
Affix: -en
Language: en
PoS: Suffix
Meaning: Denotes a quasi-past participle or participle-like adjective when attached to a noun or verb.