Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

hopelessness

[hohp-lis-nis] / ˈhoʊp lɪs nɪs /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

No less significant is the mental reset Ms. Donnellan captures: the reversal of hopelessness after years of dieting failure, a reawakened sense of agency.

From The Wall Street Journal

The increase in pediatric suicides is one sign that a much larger population of young people is struggling with depression, anxiety and hopelessness.

From Los Angeles Times

In an interview with CBS “Sunday Morning” set to air this weekend, Mr. Fetterman spoke for the first time about the listlessness and hopelessness he experienced before checking in to the hospital.

From New York Times

“There’s a sense of hopelessness. And all these things seem to tie in whenever we approach a new record. We don’t seem to be able to throw that off.”

From Washington Post

One began with 29 seconds left but veered into such hopelessness that Painter called a timeout with 18 seconds left.

From Washington Post