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Meaning of desperate
Feeling or showing a strong sense of fear, anxiety, or hopelessness
Etymology of desperate
The word "desperate" originates from the Latin "desperare," which means to give up hope, and is derived from "de" (meaning "away from") and "sperare" (meaning "to hope")
Historical usage of the word dates back to the 15th century, initially carrying a sense of having lost all hope, and later expanding to include a sense of recklessness or willingness to take risks
Synonyms
frantic
hopeless
despairing
distressed
desperate
frenzied
wild
reckless
rash
impetuous
impulsive
frantic
frenetic
hysterical
overwrought
frantic
crazed
mad
insane
chaotic
turbulent
stormy
violent
forceful
vigorous
intense
passionate
fervent
ardent
zealous
eager
anxious
uneasy
apprehensive
fearful
alarmed
terrified
panicked
distraught
anguished
tormented
agonized
beside oneself
Definitions
- Feeling or showing a strong sense of fear, anxiety, or hopelessness
- * Having little or no hope of something
- * Willing to try anything to achieve something or escape a difficult situation
Usage Examples
- The desperate mother searched everywhere for her missing child
- * The company is making a desperate attempt to stay afloat amidst financial difficulties
- * The desperate cry for help was heard by a passerby who quickly called emergency services
Antonyms
calm
serene
peaceful
tranquil
hopeful
optimistic
cheerful
enthusiastic
eager
confident
assured
self-assured
composed
collected
unruffled
unflappable
patient
tolerant
resigned
stoic
acquiescent
submissive
complacent
apathetic
indifferent
lethargic
sluggish
languid
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