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despairing

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Adj — Showing or feeling a total loss of hope.

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a despairing look despairing sigh

Etymology

From Middle English despeyringe, equivalent to despair + -ing.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “despairing” mean?

The word “despairing” means showing or feeling a total loss of hope. In plain terms, hopeless, or showing that you've given up hope.

How do you pronounce “despairing”?

“Despairing” is pronounced dih-SPEH-uh-rihng (/dɪˈspɛɹ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “despairing” in a sentence?

Here is “despairing” used in a sentence: “He gave a despairing shrug as the deadline passed.”

What part of speech is “despairing”?

“Despairing” is an adjective.

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