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hopelessness

/həʊpˈlɛsnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does hopelessness mean?

noun

A feeling of despair and hopelessness, a state of being without hope or prospects. A lack of confidence or optimism about the future.

Example

"The city's economic downturn led to a sense of hopelessness among its residents."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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