Despair Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms - Vocabopedia

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Despair [des-pay-r]

NOUN, VERB

Noun

The complete loss or absence of hope.

Verb

Lose or be without hope.

Example

“The vibe around the hall was full of despair.”

“We should not despair during the tough times.”

Synonyms

Hopelessness, Desperation, Distress, Anguish, Pain

Antonyms

Hope, Joy, Aspiration, Desire, Wish, Expectation