noun
despondency
Despondency (noun) means the loss of hope or confidence; despair or dejection.
noun
1
The loss of hope or confidence; despair or dejection.
2
A feeling of depression or disheartenment.
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Etymology
From Latin dēspondentia, from dēspondēns + -ia. Equivalent to despondent + -ency.
Rhymes for despondency
agency
latency
urgency
potency
decency
regency
currency
tendency
clemency
leniency
frequency
emergency
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of despondency?
"despondency" (noun) means the loss of hope or confidence; despair or dejection.
What are the different meanings of despondency?
"despondency" has 2 main meanings: 1. The loss of hope or confidence; despair or dejection; 2. A feeling of depression or disheartenment.