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despondent
in low spirits from loss of hope or courage
Synonyms
- dejected
- downcast
- disheartened
Antonyms
- hopeful
- cheerful
despondent in a sentence
He grew despondent after failing the exam for the second time.
She became despondent when none of her college applications were accepted.
Where it comes from
From Latin despondere 'to give up, lose heart'
Memory hook
DE-SPOND-ent — DESPAIR has SPONGED all the hope out of you.
Read it in context
- Where the River Moved History
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