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hopelessly

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hopelessly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adv — In a way that shows no hope, or to a degree beyond repair.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

dispiritedly

How to use hopelessly

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

hopelessly lost hopelessly in love hopelessly outdated

Etymology

From hopeless + -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hopelessly” mean?

The word “hopelessly” means in a way that shows no hope, or to a degree beyond repair. In plain terms, completely, in a way that can't be fixed or helped — often used to intensify an adjective ("hopelessly devoted", "hopelessly confused").

How do you pronounce “hopelessly”?

“Hopelessly” is pronounced HOHP-lihs-lee (/ˈhoʊplɪsli/ in IPA).

How do you use “hopelessly” in a sentence?

Here is “hopelessly” used in a sentence: “They were hopelessly lost in the forest by nightfall.”

What part of speech is “hopelessly”?

“Hopelessly” is an adverb.

Is “hopelessly” a common word?

“Hopelessly” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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