hopelessness
nounUK /ˈhəʊpləsnəs/
US /ˈhoʊpləsnəs/
A sad feeling that things will never get better.
After losing the game, he felt a deep hopelessness.
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2. A situation where there is no chance of success or improvement.
The hopelessness of the rescue effort became clear to everyone.
3. A lack of ability or skill that makes something seem impossible.
The hopelessness of his singing made the class laugh.
4. A feeling of having no hope for the future.
She spoke about the hopelessness she felt during the long winter.