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despondent
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feeling hopeless, discouraged, or in low spirits, often due to a sense of failure or loss
Example
The despondent look on her face revealed the emotional toll of the recent breakup.
The despondent atmosphere in the office was palpable after news of the company's downsizing.
She became despondent after receiving the rejection letter from her dream university.
The despondent community struggled to recover after the natural disaster devastated their homes.
The failure of his business left him feeling despondent and unsure about the future.