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desperate in German

desperate in German is sehnsuchtsvoll verlangend, verzweifelt bemüht, verzweifelt — desperate means willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.

desperate in German

sehnsuchtsvoll verlangend
adj
In dire need (of something); having a dire need or desire.
verzweifelt bemüht
adj
In dire need (of something); having a dire need or desire.
verzweifelt
adj
Being filled with, or in a state of, despair; hopeless.
aussichtslos
adj
Beyond hope, leaving little reason for hope; causing despair; extremely perilous.
hoffnungslos
adj
Beyond hope, leaving little reason for hope; causing despair; extremely perilous.
verzweifelt
adj
Involving or employing extreme measures, without regard to danger or safety; reckless due to hopelessness.
irrsinnig
adj
Involving or employing extreme measures, without regard to danger or safety; reckless due to hopelessness.
wahnwitzig
adj
Involving or employing extreme measures, without regard to danger or safety; reckless due to hopelessness.

What does "desperate" mean?

  1. adjective Willing to do almost anything because you urgently need something; driven by extreme need.
    "She grew desperate for cash after losing her job."
  2. adjective So serious or dangerous that there seems to be little hope; extremely dire.
    "Doctors described the patient's condition as desperate."
  3. 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 German?

"desperate" in German is sehnsuchtsvoll verlangend, verzweifelt bemüht, verzweifelt. 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 German, "desperate" is sehnsuchtsvoll verlangend, verzweifelt bemüht, verzweifelt.

Are there other ways to say "desperate" in German?

Yes — German has 7 translations listed for "desperate": sehnsuchtsvoll verlangend, verzweifelt bemüht, verzweifelt, aussichtslos, hoffnungslos, irrsinnig.

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