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DESPERATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Desperation.

Desperation - as a noun

A state in which all hope is lost or absent

Example: "In the depths of despair"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
despair

Desperate recklessness

Example: "It was a policy of desperation"

Example Sentences

"She acted out of desperation when she stole the food."
"In times of desperation, people often turn to religion for comfort."
"The desperate cries for help echoed through the night, filled with desperation."
"His resignation letter reeked of desperation as he pleaded for his job."
"Their desperate attempts to find water in the desert showed the extent of their desperation."
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Word Game Points

Is DESPERATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desperation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESPERATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DESPERATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desperation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESPERATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DESPERATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desperation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESPERATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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