😞despair

Meaning

The complete loss or absence of hope.

the complete loss or absence of hope; a state of feeling hopeless

Example Sentences

She was in deep despair after losing her job.

After losing his job, he fell into despair and couldn't see any way forward.

Example Expressions

in despair

Synonyms

hopelessness, misery, gloom, despondency, anguish, desperation

Entry 1

hopelessness, misery, gloom, despondency

Entry 2

hopelessness, anguish, desperation, despondency

Antonyms

hope, optimism, confidence, joy

Entry 1

hope, optimism, confidence

Entry 2

hope, optimism, confidence, joy

Collocations

fall into despair, cry in despair, deep despair, overcome despair

Entry 1

fall into despair, cry in despair, deep despair

Entry 2

deep despair, fall into despair, overcome despair