adjective
- feeling or showing complete loss of hope
Examples
- She gave him a despairing look when she realized they were lost.
- The refugees made despairing pleas for help.
- His despairing voice revealed how defeated he felt.
- After months of searching, she was becoming despairing about finding work.
- The team’s despairing fans began leaving the stadium early.
- He let out a despairing sigh as he read the rejection letter.