Despondent
/dɪˈspɒndənt/
Feeling hopeless or dejected, often due to a loss of confidence or spirit.
Examples
- She felt despondent after hearing the results of the exam.
- The team grew despondent as they fell further behind in the game.
- Despite his despondent mood, he managed to finish the project.
- He sat in silence, despondent and withdrawn after the loss.
- The economic crisis left many people despondent about the future.