Vocabulary Entry

despairing

|verb • adjective

verb

To feel or show a loss of hope.

Example Sentences

"She began to despair after many failed attempts."

"He does not despair in the face of adversity."

"Despairing of finding a solution, they decided to take a break."

adjective

Example Sentences

"He looked despairing as he faced the difficult news."

"The despairing plea for help resonated with the crowd."

"In her despairing state, she couldn’t see any way forward."