bum out
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Meaning · English
To cause a person to be depressed or disappointed.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
“It bums me out that I can’t play, but I’m glad my brother has the opportunity,” Austin Baker said.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bum out” mean?
To cause a person to be depressed or disappointed.
Is “bum out” formal or informal?
bum out is generally slang.