desperate in French
desperate in French is désespéré — desperate means willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.
desperate in French
désespéré
Being filled with, or in a state of, despair; hopeless.
What does "desperate" mean?
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adjective Willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.
"She grew desperate for cash after losing her job."
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adjective So serious or dangerous that there seems to be little hope; extremely dire.
"Doctors described the patient's condition as desperate."
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adjective Reckless because you feel you have no other choice; willing to take drastic risks.
"He made a desperate attempt to save the sinking business."
desperate in a sentence
- She grew desperate for cash after losing her job.
- The stranded hikers were desperate for water.
- Doctors described the patient's condition as desperate.
- The refugees faced a desperate situation with no shelter or food.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "desperate" in French?
"desperate" in French is désespéré. desperate means: Willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.
How do you use "desperate" in a sentence?
Example: "She grew desperate for cash after losing her job." In French, "desperate" is désespéré.
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