English · Emotions & Feelings
despairing
dɪˈspeərɪŋ
[dɪˈspeərɪŋ]
showing loss of hope
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling or showing a complete loss of hope.
Example
He gave a despairing sigh at the bad news.
He gave a despairing sigh at the bad news.
Etymology
From 'despair', from Latin 'desperare' meaning 'to lose hope'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes deep hopelessness in mood or expression.