Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
despairful
Adjective
/dɪˈspɛr.fəl/
Definition
Feeling or showing a deep sense of hopelessness or sadness.
Examples
- After hearing the bad news, she felt despairful and withdrawn.
- His despairful outlook on life made it difficult for him to see any positive changes.
Meaning
Despairful describes a state of being overwhelmed by a sense of hopelessness, often resulting in a lack of desire to engage in activities or pursue goals.
Synonyms
- despondent
- hopeless
- forlorn
- wretched
- downcast
