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Meaning of despondently
The primary meaning of the word "despondently" is in a manner expressing or characterized by a loss of hope or confidence.
Etymology of despondently
The word "despondently" originates from the verb "despond," which comes from the Latin "despondere," meaning to give up or surrender, a combination of "de" (away from) and "spondere" (to pledge), and the suffix "-ently" which forms an adverb indicating a manner.
Synonyms
gloomily
sadly
sorrowfully
mournfully
depressingly
hopelessly
despairingly
disheartenedly
disconsolately
dejectedly
downheartedly
despondingly
pessimistically
glumly
somberly
melancholically
morosely
resignedly
fatalistically
cynically
negatively
bleakly
drearily
dismal
unluckily
unfortunate
haplessly
woefully
wretchedly
miserably
pitifully
pathetically
regretfully
disappointedly
disillusioned
discontentedly
Definitions
- Feeling or showing deep sadness and loss of hope
- * Having no confidence or hope, feeling that a situation is hopeless
Usage Examples
- She spoke despondently about her chances of getting the job.
- * He walked away despondently, feeling he had failed.
- * The team played despondently in the second half, clearly defeated.