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Hopelessly

/ˈhoʊplɪsli/ · adverb

Meaning

In a manner showing no hope.

Example Sentences

The whole covey of victims was thus netted; the household ruin was thus full and orbicular; and in that proportion the tendency of men and women, flutter as they might, would be helplessly and hopelessly to sink into the all-conquering hands of the mighty murderer.
Crouch had earlier hopelessly miskicked an excellent volleyed chance from eight yards out after a delightful Pennant cross.

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What does hopelessly mean?

Hopelessly means In a manner showing no hope.

What is a synonym for hopelessly?

Common synonyms include dispiritedly.

What is the opposite of hopelessly?

Possible antonyms include hopefully.

How do you use hopelessly in a sentence?

The whole covey of victims was thus netted; the household ruin was thus full and orbicular; and in that proportion the tendency of men and women, flutter as they might, would be helplessly and hopelessly to sink into the all-conquering hands of the mighty murderer.

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