Definition of Despondent

very sad and without hope

Examples of Despondent in a sentence

Marilyn was despondent after her husband of fifty years died.  

How can I help but be despondent after losing my job?  

My son was quite despondent when his girlfriend dumped him.  

As John held a gun to his head, everyone realized how despondent he was.  

Because I just won a huge lottery, I am no longer despondent about my financial concerns.  

The man on the talk show was despondent about his son’s death.  

Whenever I feel despondent, I call my friends to make me smile.  

Many people were left homeless and despondent after a tornado swept through their state.  

When Cher discovered her dog had run away from home, she became very despondent.  

If I do not take my anti-depressants, I become so despondent I can barely move.  

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