Hopelessness

C1 16+

Synonyms of hopelessness

Antonyms of hopelessness

Collocations of hopelessness

deep despair
Frequency: 70 %

She was consumed by deep despair after losing her job.

overwhelming sadness
Frequency: 60 %

The news of the tragedy brought overwhelming sadness to the community.

crushing defeat
Frequency: 55 %

The team's crushing defeat in the final game shattered their hopes for a championship.

crippling depression
Frequency: 50 %

Her crippling depression made it difficult for her to get out of bed.

profound hopelessness
Frequency: 45 %

The loss of her loved one left her in a state of profound hopelessness.

Idiomatic Expressions for hopelessness

  • Phrase: drowning in hopelessness
    Meaning: to feel overwhelmed by feelings of despair and hopelessness
    Usage: She felt like she was drowning in hopelessness as she faced one setback after another.