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Synonyms & Similar Words
despairing
hopeless
depressed
dejected
melancholy
gloomy
dismal
disheartened
dispirited
desolate
forlorn
woeful
sorrowful
morose
somber
mournful
unhappy
unhappy
sad
sorrowing
grieving
lamenting
pitiful
wretched
miserable
distressed
afflicted
troubled
perturbed
unhappy
downcast
crestfallen
disconsolate
heartbroken
Meaning of Despondent
Feeling or showing deep sadness and loss of hope
Definitions
- Feeling very sad and hopeless, often because one has lost all enthusiasm and interest in something
- * Having no confidence or enthusiasm, and feeling that a situation is hopeless
Etymology of Despondent
The word "despondent" has its roots in the Latin words "de" meaning "down" and "spondere" meaning "to pledge", with the past participle "despondentem" meaning "having given up"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe a state of mind characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and despair
Example Uses
- The team was despondent after losing the championship game
- * She felt despondent about her chances of getting the job after being rejected for several interviews
- * The despondent expression on his face reflected his disappointment and sadness