despair
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A complete loss of hope.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
hopelessness
desperation
Antonyms
hope
optimism
Usage notes
"In despair" is a common phrase describing someone's emotional state, as in "she wrung her hands in despair."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "After the third rejection letter, he sank into _____."
Answer: despair
In your own words, what does "despair" mean?
A complete loss of hope.
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