Rachinalisa

1. A situation whereby a positive reaction is expected, but a negative reaction is observed.

2. To describe the feeling of being degraded or humiliated due to the rejection of a perceived good idea.

3. An unexpected result, often leading to the feeling of disenchantment.

4. To be demoted when expecting promotion.

Pronunciation: \ ,ra-‘chē-na-lēsa \

“I thought he would be pleased, not angry - it was such a rachinalisa.”

Rachinalisa by Tall poppy May 21, 2021