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DESPONDENT

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Despondent.

Despondent - as an adjective satellite

Without or almost without hope

Example: "Despondent about his failure"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heartsick

Despondent - as an adjective

In low spirits from loss of hope or courage.

Example Sentences

"She became despondent after receiving the rejection letter."
"His despondent face revealed his inner sadness."
"The loss of his job left him feeling despondent."
"She felt despondent and hopeless after her relationship ended."
"The student became despondent when she failed her exam."
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Word Game Points

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

DESPONDENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is DESPONDENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, despondent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESPONDENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

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

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