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Synonyms of despond

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Another word for despond is despair. Other synonyms of despond are desperation, despondency, hopelessness, unhope and wanhope.

Synonyms and similar words for despond

nounDespondency.

  • despairLoss of hope; utter hopelessness; complete despondency.
  • desperationA state of despair, or utter hopelessness; abandonment of hope.
  • despondencyThe loss of hope or confidence; despair or dejection.
  • hopelessness
  • unhopeAbsence or lack of hope; hopelessness; despair.
  • wanhope UK, archaicLack of hope; hopelessness; despair.

Meaning of despond

  1. verb To give up the will, courage, or spirit; to become dejected, lose heart.
  2. noun Despondency.

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Questions about synonyms of despond

What is another word for despond?
Despond has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as despair, desperation, despondency, hopelessness, unhope and wanhope.
What does despond mean?
Despond means to give up the will, courage, or spirit; to become dejected, lose heart.

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