What does despairingly mean?
Despairingly means In a despairing manner..
Despairingly
/dɪˈspɛəɹ.ɪŋ.li/ · adverb
Meaning
In a despairing manner..
Example Sentences
It was raining. She was over there, crouched despairingly beneath the awning of that shop. She wanted to be elsewhere, but the moisture lay in wait to damage her hat.
Synonyms for despairingly
Antonyms for despairingly
Related Words
Word Forms
- more despairingly
- most despairingly
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for despairingly?
Common synonyms include despondently.
What is the opposite of despairingly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use despairingly in a sentence?
It was raining. She was over there, crouched despairingly beneath the awning of that shop. She wanted to be elsewhere, but the moisture lay in wait to damage her hat.
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