DESPERATE Synonyms
There are 4 synonyms of the word
desperate.
(exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word desperate. (close relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word desperate. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for DESPERATE
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| despairing | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope | ||||||||
| dire | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • fraught with extreme danger; nearly hopeless • causing fear or dread or terror | ||||||||
| heroic | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • relating to or characteristic of heroes of antiquity noun • a verse form suited to the treatment of heroic or elevated themes; dactylic hexameter or iambic pentameter adjective satellite • very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale) • having or displaying qualities appropriate for heroes • of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope • showing extreme courage; especially of actions courageously undertaken in desperation as a last resort | ||||||||
| do-or-die | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective satellite • desperately determined | ||||||||
Best Hypernyms For DESPERATE
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
desperate, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (1)
unfortunate
Phrases (1)
unfortunate person
