What does desperation mean?
Desperation means The act of despairing or becoming desperate; a giving up of hope..
Desperation
/ˌdɛspəˈɹeɪʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act of despairing or becoming desperate; a giving up of hope..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of despairing or becoming desperate; a giving up of hope.
- A state of despair, or utter hopelessness; abandonment of hope.
- Reckless fury.
- (sexuality, BDSM) Ellipsis of bladder desperation.
Example Sentences
in desperation
utter desperation
The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation. What is called resignation is confirmed desperation.
"The PM’s private reassurances are worthless given her track record of u-turns and her clear desperation to cling to power."
Synonyms for desperation
Antonyms for desperation
Related Words
Word Forms
- desperations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for desperation?
Common synonyms include despair, despondency, desperation, despond.
What is the opposite of desperation?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use desperation in a sentence?
in desperation
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