despond Definition
- 1to become disheartened or discouraged
- 2to lose confidence or hope
Using despond: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "despond" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She desponded when she failed the exam.
Example
The team began to despond after losing three games in a row.
Example
He was desponding over his financial situation.
despond Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with despond
despondent mood
a feeling of extreme discouragement or depression
Example
After the breakup, he was in a despondent mood for weeks.
despondent outlook
a negative or pessimistic view of the future
Example
The company's despondent outlook led to a decrease in stock prices.
despondent tone
a way of speaking that conveys sadness or discouragement
Example
Her despondent tone made it clear that she was not looking forward to the meeting.
Origins of despond
from Latin 'despondere', meaning 'to give up, lose heart'
Summary: despond in Brief
'Despond' [dɪˈspɒnd] is a verb that means to become disheartened or discouraged, often losing confidence or hope. It can be used to describe a person's emotional state, as in 'She desponded when she failed the exam,' or a group's morale, as in 'The team began to despond after losing three games in a row.' Synonyms include 'deject,' 'dispirit,' and 'dismay,' while antonyms include 'encourage,' 'inspire,' and 'hearten.'
