hopeless

Meanings

• adjective

  Having no hope; despondently sad.

  - "He looked hopeless after losing his job."
  - "The situation seemed hopeless."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈhoʊplɪs/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

hopeful

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Synonyms

desperate , unhopeful

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with hopeless
hapless , helpless , hopelessly , desperateley

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Variants

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hopeless , hopelessness , hopelessnesses

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Etymology

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Old English hoplös, from hopian ‘to hope’ + -lós ‘lost’.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'hopeless' contains the word 'hope', which is ironic given its meaning.

2. In literature, a character who is described as 'hopeless' often undergoes a transformation or redemption, providing a sense of hope and resolution.

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Related Concepts

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1. despair: A feeling of deep sadness, hopelessness, and despair.

2. helplessness: The inability to help or protect oneself or others.

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Culture

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The term 'hopeless' is often used in literature and art to depict characters or situations that seem impossible to improve or change. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a feeling of despair or lack of motivation.

How to Memorize "hopeless"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person with their head down, looking defeated and sad. This can help you remember the meaning of 'hopeless' as a state of despair or despondency.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'hopeless' with feelings of sadness, despair, and a lack of hope or motivation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Hopeless Has No Hope' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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