DESPAIRING - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Adjective

arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope

Example: a despairing view of the world situation; the last despairing plea of the condemned criminal; a desperate cry for help; helpless and desperate--as if at the end of his tether; her desperate screams

Synonyms

Despairing, Desperate, Despair

Antonyms

Hope

🔗 Related Words

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🎵 Words that Rhyme with Despairing

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➡️ Words that Start with DE

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Words that End with NG ⬅️

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